Sports Dental Injuries
Injuries are unfortunately common in sports. Whether it’s a stray elbow to the jaw, a ball that hits the front teeth, or a head-on collision with another player, it’s important to know your next steps. At Paramount Dental in Roseville, we have experience with dental injuries and can help relieve your pain quickly and guide you through emergency treatment and recovery so you can get back in the game.
Common Types of Sports-Related Dental Injuries
Sports accidents may result in:
- Cuts to the lips, cheeks, or tongue
- Chipped, cracked, or displaced teeth
- Knocked-out teeth
- Damage to orthodontics, dentures, bridges, or crowns
Because dental injuries often involve bleeding, swelling, and significant pain, it is critical to seek professional dental treatment immediately for the best outcome.
First Aid for Sports Dental Injuries
If you or a teammate suffers a sports-related dental injury, take these steps immediately:
- Remove debris: Clear away all foreign objects from the mouth.
- Rinse: Use clean water or saltwater to gently clean the injured area.
- Stop the bleeding: Using gauze or a clean cloth, apply gentle but direct pressure to the area that is bleeding.
- Save the tooth (if knocked out): Carefully rinse the tooth and try to reinsert it. If that’s not possible, store the tooth in a clean container or bag.
- Gather broken appliances: Collect damaged pieces of retainers, dentures, or bridges, carefully rinsing them and storing them safely. Bring these pieces to your dental appointment.
- Call us right away: Contact Paramount Dental at (916) 898-0003 for 24/7 emergency care.
Tip: Even if an athlete continues playing after a dental injury, urgent treatment is still necessary. Call us from the field, and we will get ready for your arrival at our office.
Emergency Dental Care in Roseville
Every minute counts with dental injuries. Quick action and treatment can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Contact Paramount Dental anytime at (916) 898-0003. Our goal is to deliver immediate care that restores your comfort, health, and smile.
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Sports Dental Injury FAQs
What’s the first thing to do for a knocked-out tooth?
Handle the tooth only by its crown, not the root area. Gently rinse the tooth and, if possible, place it back in the socket immediately. If you can’t, store it in milk or saliva and proceed to our office.
Should I replant a baby tooth?
Replanting a baby or primary tooth is not necessary. Just be sure to keep the area clean and schedule an exam as soon as possible so that we can examine and protect the developing adult tooth.
How fast do I need to act to save an avulsed tooth?
As soon as possible, ideally within 30–60 minutes, for the best chance of saving the tooth. Keep the tooth moist at all times.
Are store-bought mouthguards good enough?
Any mouthguard is better than none, but custom-fitted mouthguards offer better comfort, retention, and protection. Ask our dental team about a custom guard at your next appointment.
What if I chipped a tooth but it doesn’t hurt?
Chips expose the sensitive dentin of a natural tooth, putting it at risk for additional cracking. Avoid biting with that specific tooth and schedule a visit for tooth smoothing and bonding or a protective restoration.
My braces wire cut my cheek during a game—what now?
Rinse your mouth, apply orthodontic wax to the exposed wire, and apply a cold pack. If pain or bleeding persists or a wire/bracket is loose, call for an evaluation.
