Overview
For children who have lost a **permanent** tooth (usually front incisors after age ~6–7). **Do not re-implant baby teeth.** Handle the tooth by the crown only, gently rinse if dirty (no scrubbing), keep it moist (milk/saline/inside cheek if safe), and come in immediately.
Key features
- ✓Immediate triage
- ✓Repositioning & flexible splint
- ✓On-the-spot X-rays
- ✓Follow-up endodontics as indicated
Benefits
- Best chance to save the natural tooth
- Restores appearance & function
- Guides jaw and smile development
How it works
- 1
Arrive ASAP (20–40 min ideal)
Keep tooth moist; handle by crown only.
- 2
Re-implant & Splint
Place tooth back into socket; stabilize with flexible splint.
- 3
Follow-Up Care
Splint removal timing, vitality checks, and definitive care plan.
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