A knocked-out tooth occurs when the entire tooth — including the root — is dislodged from its socket. This is different from a chipped or broken tooth and requires urgent intervention. The quicker you receive dental care (ideally within 30–60 minutes), the greater the chance of successfully saving the tooth.
Sports injuries (especially contact sports without a mouthguard)
Slips, falls, or accidents
Car or bike collisions
Fights or facial trauma
Severe untreated gum disease (in rare cases)
Before reaching our clinic, follow these emergency steps:
Stay calm. Find the tooth if possible.
Hold it by the crown (the white part), not the root.
Do not scrub or wash with soap. Rinse gently with milk or saline if dirty.
Try to reinsert the tooth into the socket gently and bite down on a clean cloth to hold it in place.
If reinsertion isn’t possible, store the tooth in milk or saliva (inside your cheek if safe).
Call York House Dental Practice immediately and make your way to the clinic.
At our West Byfleet dental practice, we follow a structured, evidence-based approach to give your tooth the best chance of survival:
We assess the injury, take digital X-rays, and evaluate the condition of the tooth and surrounding bone.
If the tooth is still in good condition and presented within the optimal time window, we attempt to reinsert it into the socket under local anaesthesia.
The reinserted tooth is stabilised using a splint (a small wire or composite material bonded to neighbouring teeth) for 1–2 weeks to allow the ligament to reattach.
Depending on the tooth’s stage of development, a root canal may be needed to prevent infection and ensure long-term stability.
We schedule reviews to monitor healing and assess the success of the reimplantation over time.
In some cases, reimplantation isn’t possible due to damage, time delay, or infection risk. We offer high-quality replacement options:
Dental Implants: A permanent, natural-looking solution to restore both appearance and function.
Bridges or Dentures: Suitable for replacing a single or multiple teeth depending on your needs and oral condition.
Emergency Appointments Available
Experienced Trauma Dentists with advanced training
Digital X-ray and Imaging for precision diagnosis
Compassionate, Personalised Care from start to finish
Located Conveniently in West Byfleet, near Surrey’s main transport routes
Increases the chance of tooth survival
Prevents infection and bone loss
Preserves natural bite and function
Restores aesthetics quickly
Avoids the need for complex future treatments
Successful recovery requires good aftercare and monitoring. We advise:
Eat soft foods for 1–2 weeks
Avoid touching or wiggling the reinserted tooth
Maintain excellent oral hygiene (use a soft toothbrush)
Rinse with a prescribed antibacterial mouthwash
Attend all follow-up appointments
Avoid contact sports until fully healed (or wear a custom-fitted mouthguard)
Always wear a custom sports mouthguard during athletic activity
Avoid chewing ice, pens, or hard sweets
Maintain regular dental check-ups to monitor gum health
Address any existing bite or jaw alignment issues
If you or your child has suffered a knocked-out tooth, time is of the essence. Contact York House Dental Practice in West Byfleet, Surrey for immediate assistance. Our expert team is ready to restore your smile and ensure the best possible outcome — quickly, compassionately, and effectively.
