Traumatic Dental Injuries

A knocked-out, chipped, or loosened tooth, a cracked filling, or an injury to the lip, gum, or jaw can happen in an instant — during sports, a fall, or an accident. These situations are usually stressful and often need prompt attention. At 1st Family Dental in Chicago, our team evaluates dental injuries and helps determine the right next steps for treatment.

Common Situations We See

Knocked-out or displaced teeth — teeth that have been fully or partially dislodged from the socket.
Chipped or fractured teeth — from a minor chip to a deeper crack affecting the nerve.
Soft tissue injuries — cuts or trauma to the lips, cheeks, tongue, or gums.
Jaw or facial trauma — injuries that may affect the jawbone or surrounding structures.

How We Evaluate and Treat

Digital X-rays and 3D Cone Beam CT Imaging allow our team to see the tooth root, surrounding bone, and jaw structure clearly, which helps guide treatment decisions after an injury. Depending on the injury, care may include restorative treatment such as fillings, crowns, or bonding, root canal therapy, or extraction. For patients whose injuries involve the jaw or deeper facial structures, Dr. John Hur, our Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon, provides evaluation and surgical treatment of facial trauma.

Comfort During Treatment

Nitrous oxide sedation is available for patients who feel anxious, and IV sedation can be used for more involved surgical care, helping you stay comfortable while the injury is addressed.