My Tooth Was Almost Knocked Out Playing Hockey And After Treatment It Is Now Turning Black, Help?
Q.
Hello Dr. 3 weeks ago I was playing hockey and my front left tooth was knocked back and almost out with a hockey stick. I was real worried at the time obviously however I was assured it was okay. The dentist put the tooth back in and then braced it to the teeth surrounding it. It has been 3 weeks since the incident and the tooth is now turning black. I was told to keep the brace on for 5 weeks. What are my options as the other front tooth has started to move forward. I do not want a black tooth as I am a business student and I want to have a decent smile as I previously had 3 years of braces. What should I do to have the best smile?
Hello Dr. 3 weeks ago I was playing hockey and my front left tooth was knocked back and almost out with a hockey stick. I was real worried at the time obviously however I was assured it was okay. The dentist put the tooth back in and then braced it to the teeth surrounding it. It has been 3 weeks since the incident and the tooth is now turning black. I was told to keep the brace on for 5 weeks. What are my options as the other front tooth has started to move forward. I do not want a black tooth as I am a business student and I want to have a decent smile as I previously had 3 years of braces. What should I do to have the best smile?
A.
Hi
It is likely that at the very least the tooth will need root canal. However there is still a very real danger of losing it .
If so discuss implants and some minor orthodontics .
However your dentist should be monitoring you regularly with regards to that tooth and determine its long term prognosis
Hi
It is likely that at the very least the tooth will need root canal. However there is still a very real danger of losing it .
If so discuss implants and some minor orthodontics .
However your dentist should be monitoring you regularly with regards to that tooth and determine its long term prognosis
Always wear a sports guard for hockey.
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