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Traumatic Injuries To The
Mouth
DISLODGED TEETH
Injuries to the mouth can cause teeth to be pushed back into their sockets. Drs. Jeppson, Baker, Sharp or your general dentist may reposition and stabilize your tooth. Root canal treatment is usually started within a few weeks of the injury and a medication, such as calcium hydroxide, will be placed inside the tooth. Eventually, a permanent root canal filling will be implanted.
Sometimes a tooth may be pushed partially out of the socket. Again, your endodontist or general dentist may reposition and stabilize your tooth. If the pulp remains healthy, then no other treatment is necessary. Yet, if the pulp becomes damaged or infected, root canal treatment will be required. If left untreated, many different complications can arise. These complications can include but are not limited to: Infection of the tooth, root system or surrounding tissue, inadequate hygiene due to an inability to properly clean the dislodged tooth and the gums, and loss of the tooth.
AVULSED TEETH
If an injury causes a tooth to be completely knocked out of your mouth, it is important that you are treated immediately! If this happens to you, keep the tooth moist. If possible, put it back into the socket. A tooth can be saved if it remains moist. You can even put the tooth in milk or a glass of water (add a pinch of salt.) Drs. Jeppson, Baker or Sharp may start root canal treatment based upon the stage of root development. The length of time the tooth was out of your mouth and the way the tooth was stored, may influence the type of treatment you receive.
TOOTH INJURIES IN CHILDREN
An injured immature tooth may need one of the following procedures to improve the chances of saving the tooth:
Apexogenesis
This procedure encourages the root to continue development as the pulp is healed. Soft tissue is covered with medication to encourage growth. The tip of the root (apex) will continue to close as the child gets older. In turn, the walls of the root canal will thicken. If the pulp heals, no additional treatment will be necessary. The more mature the root becomes, the better the chance to save the tooth.
Apexification
In this case, the unhealthy pulp is removed. The doctors place medication into the root to help a hard tissue form near the root tip. This hardened tissue provides a barrier for the root canal filling. At this point, the root canal walls will not continue to develop, making the tooth susceptible to fractures. So it is important to have the tooth properly restored by your dentist.
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Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Holly Scott2024-08-08Dr. Jeppson and staff are pretty incredible! They were super accommodating to my traveling out of area and fit me in their schedule. The time and care they took completing my root canal was excellent. Dr. Jeppson was thorough in explaining process and reviewing my X-rays with me. I appreciate the time he spent.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Glen Nielsen2024-03-26From my first appointment to discuss possible courses of action, to the day of the procedure itself, I was struck by the personable, professional arttention I received. I received a personalized treatment plan with potential costs, both out of pocket and those covered by insurance. The day of the procedure went remarkably smoothly. Everything was on time, care was taken to explain the processes prior and during the procedure. I was never in any pain or discomfort. My post procedure treatment was explaind to me and I received post therapy instructions to take home with me. I jokingly shared with the Dr. Baker that I'd give them 10 out of 10 - "Would recommend", and that ended up being the truth.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.HB Kitty2024-01-16I met Dr. Sharp in November after being referred to him for a root canal that needed to be redone from 15 years ago. I was scared and in pain from my tooth being infected and really not knowing what was going to happen with my tooth. Dr. Sharp made me feel very comfortable and really explained the entire process and treatment and did an amazing job taking great care of me. A month later in December I had a different tooth giving me pain, after seeing my dentist that told me it was broken and needed to be extracted I called Dr. Sharp. Here it was later in the day on a Friday and Dr. Sharp not only picked up the phone to talk with me but he and his team got me in to look at my tooth that same afternoon. I wanted his professional opinion and what he would do if this was his tooth, the bottom line is I am terrified of the dentist but I really trust him. I went to see the oral surgeon in January that Dr. Sharp recommended and had my tooth extracted. Thank you Dr. SharpTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Holly Anderson2023-10-18Very welcoming and friendly staff. Clean and comfortable facility. My 17-year-old son had to have a root canal. They explained everything very thoroughly. Dr. Baker and his assistant Morgan have a great bedside manner. My son said it actually went way better than he thought it would, he was nervous to have a root canal done for the first time. The whole experience was very pleasant. Would highly recommend.Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Beth Springer2023-10-12My visit went well. Everyone was friendly, kind, and hospitable from the front desk, dental assistant and the doctor. Dr. Jeppson has a wonderful chair side manner. The dental assistant was amazing! I highly recommend Dr. Jeppson!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.brandon radeke2023-10-05I was able to get scheduled within a couple days. Root canal was quick and professional without any complicationsTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Reba Z2023-09-29The most pain-free root canal I’ve ever had! Friendly, professional and kind!Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google.Penny Wingo2023-09-27Great office. Staff friendly and helpful. Procedure was very tolerable. Would recommend to anyone who needs a root canal or other procedure!!!