How tooth injuries are treated
If your child has a loose tooth or a minor chip, take them to the dentist. Your child’s dentist will assess the damage and smooth any sharp edges.
A broken, loosened or knocked out permanent tooth is considered an emergency. For a completely knocked-out tooth, gently rinse the permanent tooth in water and immediately place it back in the tooth socket before you take your child to the dentist. In some cases, a knocked-out permanent tooth can be saved if it is replaced right away in its proper position in the mouth. Your child should keep the tooth in place with a finger or by biting on a gauze pad.
If you cannot put the tooth back into the tooth socket, place it in a cup of milk. Do not place the tooth in water, carbonated soda or salt water. Pack the cup in a cooler with some ice and take it and your child to the dentist right away.