Facial Trauma
If you've sustained an oral injury, acting quickly and getting treatment at our office may save your tooth.
Schedule with UsWhen to Get Help from a Dentist/an Endodontist for Facial Trauma
Endodontists specialize in traumatic dental injuries and are often able to save injured teeth. Traumatic dental injuries often occur in accidents or sports-related injuries. Chipped teeth account for the majority of all dental injuries. However, dislodged teeth, knocked-out teeth, and root fractures are all considered traumatic injuries. No matter your dental injury, you should see a dentist or endodontist immediately.
If you are experiencing a true medical emergency, please call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room. For minor oral health issues, such as a chipped or cracked tooth, please call our office at (931) 528-6547 immediately to schedule an appointment. We provide facial trauma treatment in Cookeville, Tennessee and are ready to help you get the dental care you need to repair and protect your smile.
Types of Oral/Facial Trauma
- Chipped or Fractured Teeth - Most chipped or fractured teeth can be replaced by reattaching the broken piece or by placing a tooth-colored filling in the chipped area. If a significant part of the tooth is broken off, an artificial cap may be needed for restoration. Root canal treatment or extraction may also be necessary under certain circumstances.
- Dislodged Teeth - Root canal treatment is usually needed for permanent teeth that have been dislodged. Children may not require treatment since their teeth are still developing, but it's still important to see your oral health care provider to ensure there isn't any long-term damage.
- Knocked Out Teeth - If your tooth is completely knocked out of your mouth, see an endodontist or dentist immediately. The length of time the tooth was out of the mouth will determine the chances of saving the tooth. The tooth will be placed back in the socket, and a stabilizing splint will be placed for a few weeks.
- Root Fractures - Depending on the type of injury to your tooth, you may sustain a horizontal root fracture. In this case, the tooth may need to be stabilized with a splint for a required period of time.
Facial Trauma FAQs
If you suffer a minor facial injury, you should first control the bleeding if any occurs and then call us at {{mainPhone}} to see what your next steps should be. If the injury is severe, immediately call 911 or visit your nearest emergency room.
You should see an oral/facial surgeon when you have suffered a facial or oral trauma, have an impacted tooth or wisdom teeth, have pain due to TMJ, or need to get dental implants. Your dentist will often refer you to a specialist if they notice a more complicated dental issue that requires treatment.
Some signs and symptoms of facial trauma include swelling, uneven facial bones, double vision, difficulty breathing, missing teeth, lacerations or burns, nerve damage, and difficulty using your facial features as usual.
Oral surgeons repair facial injuries, helping restore functionality and appearance. If you suffer from facial trauma, an oral surgeon may provide treatment to aid in healing.
Minor facial trauma injuries may take a few weeks to heal, but more extensive or severe ones that require surgery can take several months to a year for complete healing.