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Dental Trauma: Causes, Types, and Expert Treatment in Shah Alam, Selangor
Dental Trauma
Dental trauma refers to injuries affecting the teeth, gums, or supporting structures caused by accidents or external forces. At Klinik Pergigian Alam Impian, we provide comprehensive care for both adults and children experiencing dental trauma, ensuring prompt treatment and long-term solutions.
What Is Dental Trauma?
Dental trauma encompasses a wide range of injuries, from minor chips to complete tooth loss. Common incidents include falls, sports injuries, car accidents, or other high-impact events.
Immediate treatment is crucial to prevent complications such as infection, misalignment, or permanent tooth loss
Types of Dental Trauma
Tooth Fractures
Tooth fractures occur when a tooth cracks or breaks due to impact. Fractures range from minor enamel cracks to severe breaks involving the dentin and pulp.
- Enamel Fractures: Minor chips or cracks in the outer layer of the tooth.
- Crown Fractures: Damage to the visible part of the tooth, potentially exposing the pulp.
- Root Fractures: Damage beneath the gum line, affecting the tooth’s foundation.
Tooth Displacement
Trauma can push a tooth out of its normal position:
- Intrusion: The tooth is pushed deeper into the gum.
- Extrusion: The tooth is partially dislodged from the socket.
- Lateral Displacement: The tooth is forced sideways.
Avulsion (Knocked-Out Tooth)
A knocked-out tooth is a dental emergency. Immediate re-implantation is possible if the tooth is preserved correctly and brought to the clinic quickly.
Soft Tissue Injuries
Trauma often includes cuts, bruises, or lacerations to the gums, lips, or cheeks. Prompt care ensures proper healing and prevents infection.
Dental Trauma Classification
Dental trauma is classified based on the nature and severity of the injury:
Uncomplicated Injuries
Minor enamel cracks or soft tissue bruises requiring basic treatment.
Complicated Injuries
Fractures exposing the pulp, requiring root canal therapy or crowns.
Severe Injuries
Avulsions, extensive fractures, or multiple injuries needing surgical intervention.
Causes of Dental Trauma
Dental trauma is classified based on the nature and severity of the injury:
Sports and Physical Activities
Contact sports like football or martial arts are leading causes of dental injuries. Wearing protective mouthguards minimizes risks.
Accidents and Falls
Slips, trips, and falls are common among children and seniors, often leading to dental trauma.
Car Accidents
High-impact collisions can result in severe injuries to the mouth, teeth, and jaws.
Daily Activities
Simple activities like chewing hard foods or using teeth as tools can cause unexpected fractures.
Dental Trauma in Pediatrics
Understanding common causes of dental trauma can help reduce risks.
Common Pediatric Dental Trauma Scenarios
Children are particularly vulnerable to dental injuries due to their active lifestyles and developing motor skills. Falls during playtime or accidents in school are common causes.
Why Prompt Treatment Matters for Children
Untreated pediatric dental trauma can affect the development of permanent teeth. Immediate evaluation ensures appropriate treatment, whether for baby teeth or growing permanent teeth.
How Klinik Pergigian Alam Impian Treats Dental Trauma
Our clinic offers comprehensive solutions tailored to your specific dental trauma:
Emergency Care
Our team prioritizes emergency cases to relieve pain and stabilize the injury. Knocked-out teeth or severe pain? Visit us immediately for fast treatment.
Restorative Dentistry
- For Fractures: Composite bonding, veneers, or crowns restore tooth functionality and aesthetics.
- For Avulsions: Re-implantation, followed by splinting, stabilizes the tooth.
Root Canal Therapy
When the pulp is exposed or infected, root canal therapy saves the tooth while preventing further complications.
Pediatric Trauma Care
Dr. Navasheilla Retna, with over 10 years of expertise in pediatric dentistry, ensures gentle and effective care for children. Sedation options make the process stress-free.
Surgical Interventions
Severe cases involving root fractures or jaw injuries may require minor oral surgery for optimal outcomes.
Tips to Prevent Dental Trauma
- Wear Protective Gear: Use custom mouthguards for sports and recreational activities.
- Avoid Using Teeth as Tools: Opening bottle caps or cutting items with teeth increases the risk of fractures.
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Create a Safe Environment for Children: Install safety gates and pads in play areas to prevent falls.
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Regular Dental Check-Ups: Routine visits help identify and address minor issues before they escalate.
What to Do in Case of Dental Trauma
- For Knocked-Out Teeth: Place the tooth in milk or saline and seek immediate care.
- For Bleeding: Apply gentle pressure with a clean cloth or gauze.
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For Pain: Use cold compresses and over-the-counter pain relief while awaiting professional treatment.
Why Choose Us
Why Choose Klinik Pergigian Alam Impian?
Modern diagnostics, including CBCT scans, ensure precision.
Expert pediatric care led by Dr. Navasheilla for young patients.
Tailored treatment plans addressing your unique needs.
Testimonials: Hear from Our Satisfied Patients
This is my first time visiting this clinic, good and detail explanation about our teeth. Procedure for after treatment also given with reference link. Reasonable price for the good service. Keep it up! Thanks Dr Lavinia and the nurses also for flushing my swollen gum and scaling!
The best dental clinic, bring your child to have a tooth extracted, the clinic is about to close at 9pm, but the doctor still treats you like an emergency, the doctor and nurse are really friendly, the child can relax and get a tooth extracted like the best doctor 😀
This is my first time visiting this dental clinic. Dr Nava treated my 9 yo daughter so well & she is happy after the treatment. This dental clinic is so comfortable and kids friendly.
The dentist was very informative, gentle and had empathy for me who was afraid 🤭. Highly recommended. 🥰
Il give a 5star.. explained well before the treatment.Thank you Dr.Thurka.
The doctor and staff are very polite and friendly. My son loves the service
Very clean, bright and nice white-maroon inter deco. The cosy and clean tv area is a welcoming sight for waiting area of patient with companies. The white floor is squeaky clean and the dental room is well lit with the right hue of lights. Friendly reception desk, doctor and assistants. Reasonable cost. Highly recommended.
Staff friendly and Doctor very good. Get ballon for gift. My niece so happy!
Dr Thurka is friendly to kids. Very good handling my son. Thank you very satisfied with the service
Recommended! I was given 2 choice either to have a normal scaling and polishing for rm 100 or to do an aistream polishing which was pricier but less painful. Decided to try out the new tech. It was not painful at all, almost dozed off to sleep. That's how skillful the doctor is.The registration was smooth. Facilities are tip top and comfy. Would come here again for other services.
When I entered, I noticed the clinic was absolutely spotless, and I was immediately welcomed by the staff at the counter. Before the operation, I was informed about briefly treatment would go and throughout the whole operation, I was made to feel comfortable and given reassuring comments by the people performing the treatment. It really helped calmed my nerves during the more painful parts of the treatment.Overall, I 100% recommend this clinic and will be coming back when I need to get my teeth checked again
Amazing treatment by Dr.Thurka. She was very gentle and professional in treating me.The nurses were equally amazing by keeping me calm and relaxed throughout the treatment.
We (myself and my son) recently visited this dental surgery. We are on holiday, visiting our family in Malaysia and required dental care.My son has been suffering with a persistent mucocele for some months. He was attended to by Dr. Sheila, who was very professional, gentle and attentive throughout the process. It resulted in a minor surgery which was done with utmost care, skill and explanation every step of the way. He was at ease throughout the time. 😊I was attended to by Dr. Thurka who did an excellent job of concealing the gaps between my teeth. I’m so pleased with the final result/outlook. She took her time and everything was done with care and explained well which was very reassuring.Overall we had a great dental experience - the place is clean and crisp! The staff are very professional, polite, skilled and the price is competitive. I highly recommend this dental surgery.
Excellent service! I had my dental scaling done here with Dr Navasheila and she was really good and gentle with my teeth. Her assistant was also very polite. Definitely the best dentist in the area.
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- 17A (First Floor), Jalan Panglima Hitam M35/M, Alam Impian, 40470 Shah Alam, Selangor
- +6012-684 8964
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