Sports Dental Trauma Care in Fairfax, VA
When sports injuries happen, we respond with speed, precision, and the artistry to make it look like it never happened.
Step 1. Common Sports Dental Injuries
The most frequent sports-related dental emergencies:
- Chipped or cracked teeth from impact
- Completely knocked-out teeth
- Loose or displaced teeth
- Cut lips, tongue, or cheeks
- Fractured jaw
Every one of these is treatable – and every one is easier to treat the sooner you come in.
Step 2. What to Do Right Now
If a tooth is knocked out: find it, handle by the crown only (not the root), rinse gently with water if dirty, and try to place it back in the socket. If that is not possible, keep it in milk or saliva and come in immediately.
Time matters. A knocked-out tooth can often be saved if you get to us within an hour.
Step 3. Your Treatment Options
- Reimplantation of knocked-out teeth
- Bonding for chips and small cracks
- Crowns for larger fractures
- Root canal for damaged nerves
- Splinting for loose teeth
- Custom sports guards to prevent future injuries
Step 4. How to Prevent Sports Trauma
- Always wear a custom-fitted mouthguard for any contact sport
- Replace worn or damaged guards promptly
- Use a helmet with face protection when appropriate
- Teach kids proper technique for tackling and heading
- Keep dental emergency contact info in sports bags
A custom mouthguard is the single most effective piece of protective gear for your smile.
Step 5. Injured? Call Us Right Now.
Dental trauma is time-sensitive. Call us immediately – we prioritize emergency sports injuries and will see you same-day whenever possible.
It is never too late to call. The sooner you do, the better the outcome.
