Dislodged Teeth

Injuries to the mouth can cause teeth to be pushed back into their sockets. Dr. David Abdelmalak or your general dentist can reposition and stabilize the tooth. Root canal treatment is usually started within a few weeks of the injury, with a medication such as calcium hydroxide placed inside the tooth. Eventually, a permanent root canal filling is placed to protect the tooth.

Sometimes a tooth may be partially displaced from its socket. In these cases, the tooth can also be repositioned and stabilized. If the pulp remains healthy, no further treatment is necessary. However, if the pulp becomes damaged or infected, root canal therapy will be required.

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Avulsed Teeth

If a tooth is completely knocked out due to an injury, immediate action is critical. Keep the tooth moist and, if possible, gently place it back into the socket. A tooth can also be preserved by storing it in milk or water with a pinch of salt.

Dr. Abdelmalak will determine the appropriate treatment based on the stage of root development, how long the tooth was out of the mouth, and how it was stored. Root canal treatment may be necessary depending on these factors.

Injuries in Children

When an immature tooth is injured, specific procedures can improve the chances of saving it:

Apexogenesis:

This procedure encourages continued root development while healing the pulp. Medication is placed to promote growth, allowing the root tip (apex) to close naturally as the child grows. The walls of the root canal thicken, and if the pulp heals successfully, no further treatment is needed. The more mature the root becomes, the better the chance of saving the tooth.

Apexification:

If the pulp is unhealthy, it is removed, and medication is placed to help form hard tissue near the root tip. This tissue provides a barrier for the root canal filling. Afterward, it is important that the tooth is properly restored by your general dentist.

If you have questions about traumatic dental injuries or endodontic treatment in Glendale, California, please call Glendale Endodontics & Microsurgery at (818) 242-8955 for prompt assistance.