Broken a tooth in an accident? It is important to act quickly. Here is a complete guide to what you should do, treatment options, and costs.
First Aid for Dental Injury
Immediately after a dental injury, you should:
- Take painkillers (paracetamol or ibuprofen) right away
- Rinse your mouth with salt water to keep the area clean
- Eat soft food and avoid chewing on the damaged tooth
- Call the dentist for an emergency appointment as soon as possible
Treatment Options
Treatment depends on the extent of the damage:
- Filling: For minor damage, the tooth can be built up with composite filling
- Crown: For larger damage, a crown can protect and restore the tooth
- Root canal: If the nerve is damaged, root canal treatment may be needed
- Extraction: In the worst case, the tooth must be extracted and replaced
Knocked-Out Tooth
If a tooth is completely knocked out:
- Hold the tooth by the crown (not the root)
- Store the tooth in milk or in the mouth (between the cheek and gum)
- Get to the dentist within 30–60 minutes for the best chance of reimplantation
Helfo Coverage for Accidents
Dental treatment after accidents may be covered by Helfo (Norwegian national insurance). You need an injury report and documentation of the accident. The dentist helps you with the application.
Price
An emergency consultation with X-ray costs 799 NOK. Total treatment cost for dental injury typically ranges from 1,000 to 3,000 NOK, depending on the treatment needed.
Call us for a same-day emergency appointment.