Help With Failing, Missing, or Knocked-Out Teeth
Emergency Dental Support for Urgent Tooth Loss and Implant Issues
A failing, missing, or knocked-out tooth is not just a cosmetic issue—it can pose serious oral health risks. Whether caused by decay, injury, or underlying disease, these conditions require prompt evaluation and care. A failing tooth may still be salvageable with the right treatment, while knocked-out or missing teeth need timely intervention to prevent bone loss, infection, or changes in bite alignment. At our dental practice, we offer comprehensive options ranging from restorative bonding and crowns to advanced implants or bridges. Whether the damage has just occurred or has been present for some time, our goal is to assess the condition, prevent further deterioration, and restore your smile. Early action improves outcomes, minimizes discomfort, and helps preserve your natural teeth whenever possible.
Types of Tooth Loss and What They Mean
Understanding the Severity and Next Steps
Each dental emergency is unique. Here's how they differ:
- Failing Tooth: A tooth weakened by decay, infection, or trauma. Often still in the socket but may be loose or painful.
- Missing Tooth: A tooth that is fully absent, often from past trauma, extraction, or developmental issues.
- Knocked-Out Tooth (Avulsed Tooth): A sudden, traumatic loss of a tooth due to sports injury or accident.
Prompt dental care is essential in each of these cases. We may be able to stabilize a failing tooth, reimplant a recently knocked-out tooth, or recommend restorations such as bridges or dental implants to replace a missing tooth.
What to Do in a Dental Emergency
Immediate Steps Can Save Your Tooth
In the event of tooth loss, timing and care matter. Here’s how to handle different scenarios:
- Failing Tooth: Rinse gently, avoid chewing on that side, and visit us immediately. Do not delay if there's visible damage or persistent pain.
- Knocked-Out Tooth: Hold it by the crown, rinse with milk or saline, and place it back in the socket if possible. Otherwise, store it in milk and get to our clinic urgently.
We provide fast care for traumatic dental injuries and failing restorations. Acting within 30–60 minutes of injury offers the best chance for saving a knocked-out tooth.
When Implants Fail
What to Watch for and How We Can Help
While dental implants are long-lasting, they can occasionally fail. This may happen shortly after placement or years later.
- Early Failure: Caused by infection, poor healing, or improper integration with bone.
- Late Failure: Often due to peri-implantitis, bone loss, grinding, or health issues like diabetes.
Signs include implant mobility, discomfort, gum swelling, or difficulty chewing. We assess each situation and offer solutions ranging from deep cleaning and medication to full implant replacement. Our team also emphasizes preventive steps like hygiene coaching and regular monitoring to protect your investment.
Restore Confidence After Tooth Loss
Whether your tooth is failing, gone, or suddenly knocked out, we are here to help. Prompt treatment improves outcomes and protects your oral health.