Dental Trauma Care
Tooth Injury in North Conway, NH
Fast evaluation and tooth-saving treatment for chips, cracks, loose teeth, and sudden trauma.
A fall, sports hit, or biting something hard can injure a tooth in seconds. Quick care can reduce pain and improve the chance of saving the tooth and nerve. At White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH, we focus on stabilizing the injury first, then restoring your smile with a clear plan.
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Tooth Injury Care at White Mountain Dental
Tooth injury treatment addresses damage from trauma—such as chips, cracks, loosened teeth, or tenderness after an impact. At White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH, we evaluate the tooth, gums, and bite, take imaging when needed, and recommend the quickest step to relieve pain, prevent infection, and protect your long-term tooth health.
What Counts as a Tooth Injury?
Not all injuries look dramatic. A small chip can expose sensitive areas, and a crack can spread with chewing pressure. A tooth may also be bruised, loose, or painful after a hit even when it appears intact. Getting checked early helps us identify hidden damage and choose the most conservative fix.
- Chipped or broken tooth Smooths sharp edges and restores shape to protect enamel and comfort.
- Cracked tooth Stabilizes the tooth to prevent the crack from spreading and reduce pain.
- Loose or shifted tooth Evaluates support tissues and helps stabilize the tooth when possible.
- Tooth knocked out Time-sensitive care that may improve the chance of saving the tooth.
- Jaw or gum trauma Checks soft tissues and bite alignment after an impact.
What to Do Immediately After an Injury
If the tooth is knocked out, handle it by the crown, keep it moist, and seek care right away. For chips or cracks, rinse gently, avoid chewing on that side, and use a cold compress for swelling. If you’re bleeding, apply gentle pressure with clean gauze. If you have severe swelling, trouble breathing or swallowing, or uncontrolled bleeding, seek emergency medical care.
How We Treat Tooth Injuries
Treatment depends on the type and depth of damage. Small chips may be smoothed or repaired, while cracks often need protection to keep them from spreading. If the tooth’s nerve is affected, we’ll discuss treatment to relieve pain and prevent infection. Contact White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH as soon as possible after trauma so we can evaluate the injury, stabilize the tooth, and guide you to the safest next step.
Tooth Injury FAQ
- I chipped a tooth but it doesn’t hurt—do I still need to come in?
- Yes. Even painless chips can have hidden cracks or sharp edges that worsen with time. An exam helps prevent bigger damage and restores a smooth, protective surface.
- What should I do if a tooth gets knocked out?
- Pick it up by the crown (not the root), rinse briefly if dirty, keep it moist, and seek care immediately. Fast treatment gives the best chance of saving the tooth.
- How do I know if a tooth is cracked?
- Common signs include pain when biting, sensitivity to cold, or discomfort that comes and goes. Cracks can be hard to see, so imaging and an exam are important.
- Why does my tooth hurt after getting hit even if it looks fine?
- The tooth or surrounding ligament can be bruised from trauma. Sometimes the nerve is irritated or the bite is slightly shifted. We evaluate to rule out cracks and ensure the tooth remains healthy.
- Will I need an X-ray for a tooth injury?
- Often, yes. X-rays help us assess the tooth root, surrounding bone, and signs of deeper injury that may not be visible during a quick look.
- Can a loose tooth be saved?
- Sometimes. The sooner you’re seen, the better the chances. We’ll check the tooth’s stability and supporting tissues and recommend treatment to help protect it.
- When is a tooth injury considered an emergency?
- A knocked-out tooth, significant swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, severe pain, or a broken tooth with exposed inner layers should be treated urgently.
- What can I do for pain until I’m seen?
- Use a cold compress for swelling, avoid chewing on the injured side, and follow label directions for over-the-counter pain relief if you can take it. Keep the area clean with gentle rinsing.
- Will I need a root canal after trauma?
- Not always, but it can be needed if the tooth’s nerve is damaged. We’ll monitor symptoms and imaging findings and explain your options clearly.
- How do I get started?
- If you’ve had dental trauma, contact White Mountain Dental in North Conway, NH right away. We’ll help you understand what to do immediately and schedule urgent care to protect your tooth.
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