Broken or Knocked-out Teeth (cont.)
IN THIS ARTICLE
- Broken or Knocked-Out Teeth Overview
- Broken or Knocked-Out Teeth Causes
- Broken or Knocked-Out Teeth Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Broken or Knocked-Out Teeth Treatment
- Self-Care at Home
- Medical Treatment
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Multimedia
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
Prevention
People seldom plan to fall and injure their teeth. Therefore, there is little to offer in the way of prevention other then keeping the environment clear of debris. However, for people engaged in sports, it is wise to use a mouth guard. These rubber devices are inexpensive and could prevent serious dental injury. You can buy them at most sporting goods stores or ask your dentist to fit you with one.
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