Hit in the mouth

My youngest was hit in the mouth at school. One of his teeth is loose as a result. Do I need to take him in to see the dentist or will this work itself out?

DeAnne G. – Idaho

DeAnne,

That depends on a few things. First, if it is an adult tooth, then yes, you definitely need to take your child in. Call your pediatric dentist right away. The tooth needs to be stabalized and your dentist needs to make sure there is not damage to the root.

If it is a baby tooth, you’re probably fine as long as you don’t see any trauma and as long as it isn’t a molar.

If you see trauma or if it is a molar you’ll also need to get in.

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