HealthInfo West Coast-Te Tai Poutini
When an accident happens, teeth can be broken or completely knocked out of their sockets. The risk of permanent damage to teeth can be reduced by wearing a mouthguard for certain sports.
In some cases, a dentist may be able to save the tooth if you follow these steps:
If you aren't comfortable putting the tooth back in:
Please remember this advice is only for managing knocked-out permanent teeth. If a baby tooth is knocked out, do not try to put it back in its socket, as this may damage the permanent teeth.
Always seek advice and treatment from a dentist.
ACC covers most or all the cost of many accidental or sporting dental injuries for people of all ages.
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Find out more about saving a knocked out or damaged tooth.
Written by HealthInfo clinical advisers. Last reviewed March 2022.
Review key: HICPA-75368