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Quick Summary:

• A Broken Tooth is a common dental condition in which a tooth is broken or knocked out, due to an injury or trauma. It is a dental emergency, if a permanent tooth is broken, especially in older children and adults
• The condition is also known as an Avulsed Tooth. Depending on the extent of damage, the tooth may or may not be placed back in position
• Common causes associated with a Broken Tooth include participation in rough or high-impact sports, physical fights, falls, and automobile accidents

Note:

• Seek medical help, as appropriate
• In case of severe and/or life-threatening symptoms, call 911 (or your local emergency number) for immediate assistance
• Confirm that the airways are protected; also, ensure breathing and the presence of pulse (as applicable)

What are some Useful Resources for Additional Information on Damaged Tooth?

American Dental Association (ADA)
211 E. Chicago Ave. Chicago, IL 60611-2678
Phone: (312) 440-2500
Email: affiliates@ada.org
Website: http://www.ada.org

References and Information Sources used for Damaged Tooth:

http://www.nhs.uk/Conditions/broken-tooth/Pages/Introduction.aspx (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.acfdga.com/5-dental-procedures-to-repair-your-cracked-or-broken-tooth/ (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.aae.org/patients/symptoms/cracked-teeth.aspx (accessed on 10/03/2017)

http://www.colgate.com/en/us/oc/oral-health/conditions/dental-emergencies-and-sports-safety/article/fractured-and-broken-teeth (accessed on 10/03/2017)

Helpful Peer-Reviewed Medical Articles for Damaged Tooth:

Goenka, P., Marwah, N., & Dutta, S. (2010). Biological approach for management of anterior tooth trauma: Triple case report. Journal of Indian Society of Pedodontics and Preventive Dentistry, 28(3), 223.

Fux‐Noy, A., Sarnat, H., & Amir, E. (2011). Knowledge of elementary school teachers in Tel‐Aviv, Israel, regarding emergency care of dental injuries. Dental traumatology, 27(4), 252-256.

Behnoud, F., Torabian, S., & Zargaran, M. (2011). Relationship between oral poor hygiene and broken teeth with oral tongue squamous cell carcinoma. Acta Medica Iranica, 49(3), 159.

Ali, F. M., Bhushan, P., Saujanya, K. P., Patil, S., & Sahane, D. (2013). Dental trauma: Athletes, coaches, and school teachers must know-A brief review. Saudi Journal of Sports Medicine, 13(1), 7.

Hugar, S. M., Suganya, M., Kiran, K., Vikneshan, M., & More, V. P. (2013). Knowledge and awareness of dental trauma among Indian nurses. International emergency nursing, 21(4), 252-256.