My 13 year old pulled out a tooth that was hurting. Please advise.
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
The following is an actual conversation between an iCliniq user and a doctor that has been reviewed and published as a Premium Q&A.
Answered by
Medically reviewed by
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
My 13 year old said this tooth was hurting him when he bit down in class. So, he just painfully pulled it out. He is really concerned because the tooth has a root on it. It is the second one from the back on the top right side.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I have read through the complaint and the relevant details.
Considering the age of your son, I am pretty sure it is the milk tooth that he has forcefully pulled out. Ask him if the tooth was loose and that he was not able to chew food properly on that side. Do not worry because it is a milk tooth which will otherwise shed on its own around this age if he had not pulled out himself. That empty space will be occupied by a permanent molar tooth eventually. You must have noticed that the pulled out tooth has uneven roots. It is a normal thing to be. Now my advice is that, please visit a nearby dentist to ensure there are no tooth remnants left behind in the socket which if present might hinder the eruption of the subsequent permanent tooth. Also, make sure there is no bleeding in that region and ask your son not to play and touch that region with his tongue. These are the ways one could help the socket heal properly.
Was this conversation helpful?
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
Dentistry
Disclaimer: No content published on this website is intended to be a substitute for professional medical diagnosis, advice or treatment by a trained physician. Seek advice from your physician or other qualified healthcare providers with questions you may have regarding your symptoms and medical condition for a complete medical diagnosis. Do not delay or disregard seeking professional medical advice because of something you have read on this website. Read our Editorial Process to know how we create content for health articles and queries.
This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. iCliniq privacy policy
