General information about dental injuries, broken teeth and post-treatment care.
Oral Health
Everyday care and dental emergencies
Cheek and lip injuries
Gently clean the injured area.
If there is bleeding, apply steady pressure with clean gauze.
Apply a cold compress from the outside.
Seek medical care if the wound is large or bleeding continues.
A knocked-out permanent tooth
Hold the tooth by the crown, not the root. Do not scrub it.
If dirty, rinse gently with milk, saline or saliva. Do not let it dry out.
If possible, gently put a permanent tooth back in its socket without forcing it. Never reinsert a baby tooth. If it cannot be replaced, keep it in milk or saliva in a clean container.
Contact a dentist immediately; do not delay. For a serious facial injury, heavy bleeding or difficulty breathing, seek emergency medical help.
A broken tooth
If you find the broken fragment, keep it in milk or saliva in a clean container and take it to the dentist.
If there is bleeding, apply gentle pressure with clean gauze.
Do not forcefully manipulate the tooth or surrounding tissues.
Seek dental assessment promptly.
After extraction or oral surgery
Follow the post-treatment instructions provided by your dentist.
You may be advised to avoid vigorous rinsing, sucking or spitting during the initial healing period.
Take medicines only as prescribed.
Contact the clinic for persistent severe pain, heavy bleeding or unexpected symptoms.
Health Information Note
This information is for general guidance and does not replace an examination or diagnosis. Diagnosis and treatment planning depend on the individual clinical findings and any necessary assessments.