Not long—typically 30 to 60 minutes. If your tooth is knocked out or dislodged, it is essential that you see your emergency dentist in Duncan, BC, as soon as possible to increase your chances of saving it.
You can do a few things to protect the knocked-out tooth's survival time:
- Insert the tooth back in its socket
- Use milk or saliva to keep it moist if it can't get back into its socket
- Handle with care, never touch the root of the tooth
- Seek immediate treatment for the best chance to save it
We'll do our best to save your natural tooth. If that's not possible, Dr. Stewart will discuss alternative tooth-replacement options with you.
Emergency Dentistry at Island Dental Health Centre
Besides offering knocked-out tooth treatment in Duncan, we're also equipped to help with these emergencies:
- Broken or lost restorations like fillings or crowns
- Toothaches or abscessed teeth
- Dental pain and facial swelling
- Chipped or broken teeth
We're here for you when you need us most! Don't wait to contact our team at (250) 748-0301 if you or a loved one is experiencing a tooth emergency. We make every effort to see emergency patients as soon as possible and provide same-day treatment if possible.