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Emergency Dentistry for Rosser Residents

Adults get hurt at play too. If a game has left a tooth chipped, loosened or missing, phone our McPhillips Street clinic in Winnipeg while you are still deciding what to do.

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A Sports Injury to Your Teeth, and What to Do Next

Adrenaline is unreliable. Straight after a hit, you might feel almost nothing and be tempted to keep playing. A tooth can be fractured, shifted or knocked loose even when it does not hurt much at first, so a few careful minutes on the sidelines are worthwhile.

Rosser is outside the City of Winnipeg, so dental care after an injury means heading into the city, to Winnipeg North Dental on McPhillips Street. A phone call beforehand tells the clinic what happened and lets you hear how quickly you should be seen.

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Look for the pieces

Before you leave the playing area, search for any tooth or fragment that came away, as it can be brought along.

Stop playing

Avoid carrying on with a damaged tooth, and steer clear of chewing on that side afterward.

Call without delay

With a knocked-out adult tooth especially, time matters. Make the phone call a priority.

Three common results of a hit

What the dentist looks at after a sports injury.

The treatment that follows depends on how the tooth was hurt. An examination, along with X-rays where needed, is how that gets worked out.

When a tooth is out or displaced

An adult tooth that has come out can sometimes be replanted, and a shifted one needs professional assessment.

  • Pick up a knocked-out tooth by its crown and leave the root untouched.
  • If there is dirt on it, a gentle rinse is enough. Do not scrub.
  • Milk or a tooth-preservation solution will keep it moist on the way.
  • A tooth that has moved in its socket should be assessed promptly.

When a tooth is chipped or cracked

Fractures vary a great deal, from a small corner to deeper damage that is not obvious from the outside.

  • Rinse your mouth gently, then gather whatever fragments you can.
  • Should swelling start, hold a cool compress against the outside of your face.
  • Sharp edges and immediate discomfort can be addressed at the visit.
  • Repair options are explained once the dentist has seen how far the damage goes.

Whether a particular tooth can be kept is something only an assessment can answer. It is still worth keeping any pieces and calling quickly.

After the whistle

The order of things after a mouth injury.

Someone on your team may be keen to give advice. Here is a simpler sequence to follow, as far as your injury allows.

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  1. 01

    Check for anything serious

    First consider whether this is more than a dental problem, such as a head or facial injury. If so, medical care comes first.

  2. 02

    Secure the tooth or fragments

    Save what you can find, using the handling steps above, and do not leave the pieces behind in the rush.

  3. 03

    Phone before you drive in

    Tell the clinic how the injury happened, how long ago it was, and what you can see or feel in your mouth.

  4. 04

    Have it examined

    The dentist checks the injured tooth and the area around it, deals with anything immediate, and goes over what follow-up treatment would involve.

In your gym bag

What to bring from the game to the clinic.

You will not have packed for this, and that is fine. Bring what you can get hold of without losing time.

Serious trauma to the face is a job for emergency medical services. Call 911 for that, and equally for bleeding you cannot control, a blackout, severe facial swelling, or trouble breathing or swallowing. Dental treatment can come afterward.

Bring along if available

  • The tooth or fragments, with a knocked-out adult tooth kept in milk
  • Your identification and insurance or CDCP information
  • Names of any medications you take and known allergies
  • A clear account of what struck your mouth and exactly when
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Shaken up after the hit?

Feeling rattled does not mean you are overreacting.

Seeing blood or a gap in your smile can be unsettling, even for someone who usually shrugs off bumps and bruises. Take a breath, tell the dentist what worries you most, and ask them to go through what they are finding.

Bring up your concerns about appearance

A visible gap or chip can matter a lot to you, and it is perfectly fair to ask about it.

Ask what the X-ray shows

Having the images explained can make an invisible injury easier to understand.

Say if something still feels off

A bite that seems different or a tooth that feels strange is useful information for the dentist.

Before your next game

An injured tooth may not be finished with you.

Things can change after the first visit, and permanent repairs sometimes come later. Ask the dentist how the tooth should be watched and what would call for another look.

01

Ask about returning to play

Before you leave the appointment, find out if the dentist would like you to hold off on contact sports for now.

02

Watch for changes

Fresh pain, swelling or a tooth that feels looser are all reasons to phone the clinic again.

03

Ask about the next trip in

Find out how many further appointments are expected and how long each may take, so you can plan them from Rosser.

If a planned repair needs rescheduling, please let the clinic know early.

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Where Rosser Residents Go for Treatment

After a dental injury, residents of Rosser are treated in Winnipeg, at Winnipeg North Dental, Unit 5, 2358 McPhillips Street. Use the map link to find the entrance.

Injuries call for a phone call to (204) 338-3003, not the online form. Form requests are for routine needs, and each one still has to be confirmed by the clinic.

Questions about coverage?

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Helpful details about emergency dentistry in Rosser.

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It barely hurts. Can I finish the game and call later?

A low level of pain tells you little after a hit, so it is safer to stop and check. If a tooth is missing, moved or broken, phone right away rather than waiting until the final buzzer.

Can I push my knocked-out tooth back in myself?

For an adult tooth, handle it by the crown, keep it moist in milk or a preservation solution, and contact a dentist immediately for direction. Baby teeth must never be reinserted.

My front tooth has been knocked crooked. Is it urgent?

A tooth displaced by a collision is on the list of problems that should not wait. Avoid biting on it and call the clinic to describe its position and how the injury occurred.

Do I go to the hospital or the dentist if I also hit my head?

Loss of consciousness or a serious injury to your face means 911 or emergency medical care first. Dental treatment can follow once any immediate medical risk has been dealt with.

How would a lost or badly broken tooth be repaired?

That depends on the tooth and on what the examination finds. The dentist will review realistic options, and any treatment that cannot be completed at the urgent visit is planned for later.

Should someone from Rosser call before coming in after an injury?

Yes, wherever possible. Dial (204) 338-3003 and explain what happened, since availability varies and the clinic can advise you before you set off for Winnipeg.

Tooth damaged in a game?

Get off the field, then get on the phone.

Please call (204) 338-3003 about any injury to your teeth. The request form suits less pressing questions, and the clinic will write back.

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