Dental Trauma Becoming More Common Among London Cyclists

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The number of cyclists requiring treatment for dental trauma is increasing in London, doctors have confirmed.

Statistics from King’s College London suggest that nearly 200 cyclists have been treated for severe dental injuries following accidents in London in the last seven years. The capital has witnessed a cycling boom in the last few years, as commuters look to save time and money and enjoy health benefits of riding to work.

Specialist doctors at King’s College Hospital have warned that traumatic injuries have become more common since the population of cyclists swelled on the city’s roads. Restorative dentistry consultant Serpil Djemal said that most cyclists are unaware of the steps to take to save a tooth that has been dislodged.

Ms Djemal, founder of the charity Dental Trauma UK, is currently promoting a campaign called ‘Pick It, Lick It, Stick It’. This aims to teach people basic first aid to save a tooth. Cyclists are urged to locate the tooth, hold it by the crown, clean it and then re-implant it into the socket. This first aid treatment acts as a temporary measure until you can get to the dentist and could make the difference between a simple procedure and hugely complex restorative dental treatment. Experts also advise storing the tooth in a glass of milk until you can see a dentist.

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