Tupelo, MS -- Dr. John Kenney -- "Your Dental Health" - Tips & FAQ

Sooner or later your child may need urgent dental care. Here are a few tips to follow, should an emergency ever occur: ***If Your child's baby tooth is knocked out. -- Call your dentist as soon as possible. The baby tooth should not be replanted as this may cause potential damage to the developing permanent tooth. ***If Your child's permanent tooth is knocked out. -- Find the tooth and rinse it in cool water. If possible, immediately replace the tooth in the socket and hold it there with clean gauze. If you can't place the tooth in the socket, place the tooth in a clean container with cold milk, saliva, or water. Call ahead and get to your dentist's office immediately. ***If Your child's tooth is chipped or fractured. -- Rinse the mouth with water and apply cold compresses to reduce swelling. If you can find the fragment, place it in cold milk or water, and bring it with you to your dentist's office. Learn more preventative strategies for reducing dental injuries from your dentist during your child's regular check-ups. http://www.tupelosmiles.com/