Luxation injury treatment in London

Diagnosing traumatised teeth

A sudden impact can leave a tooth displaced or loosened, and not knowing the extent of the damage is often the most stressful part. We use 3D CBCT imaging for an accurate diagnosis of the trauma, and pulp vitality tests to gauge the nerve's response and the tooth's sensitivity. If you need endodontics in London, these steps help Dr Patel decide whether the tooth can be saved through dental trauma care or whether further treatment is needed.

Specialist planning for displaced teeth

Choosing the wrong treatment for a tooth injury can cost you the tooth permanently. Dr Patel assesses the damage to decide whether the tooth is saveable or whether it needs root canal retreatment. We give you a transparent, itemised breakdown of fees before any work begins, and in some cases we can carry out pulp capping to protect the nerve and avoid more invasive treatment.

Who can save a displaced tooth

Whether a tooth can be saved after trauma depends on the type of injury and how quickly you seek help. We treat teeth that have been pushed deeper into the socket or loosened by impact, and assess whether the nerve remains viable or whether the tooth needs a pulpotomy to remove part of the pulp. Where inflammation persists at the root tip, we may carry out an apicoectomy. It is common to feel anxious about a damaged tooth, and we address this without judgement.

Managing displaced tooth trauma

Trauma damage assessment

We begin by examining the tooth to establish the extent of the displacement, checking the stability of the root and the health of the surrounding tissue, and confirm whether the injury needs immediate stabilising or can recover on its own.

Stabilising the tooth

If the tooth is loose, we may use a splint to hold it in place so the ligaments can heal without further disruption. In some cases we also need to address related damage, such as cracked tooth treatment, to keep the structure sound.

Nerve health monitoring

Trauma can damage the pulp inside the tooth. We monitor it over time to see whether the nerve stays healthy or becomes infected, and carry out root canal therapy to remove infected tissue and save the tooth if the nerve dies.

Managing root complications

Some injuries cause root fractures severe enough that the root cannot be saved. In these cases we may carry out root amputation, removing the damaged portion of the root while keeping the crown, to stop the infection spreading to the jaw.

Long-term stability review

Healing from trauma takes time. We schedule regular reviews to check for resorption or late-stage infection, so the tooth stays functional and the risk of future loss is kept low.

Clinical precision for tooth trauma

We use operating microscopes, precision instruments, and modern materials for filling and canal disinfection, which also let us diagnose tooth fractures precisely and carry out microsurgery that preserves the natural tooth.

We also use bioactive materials to encourage dentine bridge formation and support pulp healing. Your care is led by Dr Ope Sodeinde, GDC-registered specialist periodontist (GDC No. 104071).

Patient outcomes in Primrose Hill for luxation injuries

We focus on the clinical outcome of every case, with a calm, unhurried manner, honest options, and no pressure. Where a tooth is completely lost, we provide knocked-out tooth treatment to restore your smile.

Addressing your concerns about displaced teeth

How much do luxation injuries cost?

Fees depend on how advanced the displacement is and the treatment required. We give you a full cost breakdown at your initial consultation, after assessing the damage.

How long does recovery take?

Healing time varies with the type of injury. We monitor the tooth over several months to make sure the root and surrounding tissue stabilise.

Which techniques do you use?

We use clinical methods to stabilise the tooth and manage the root canal if the nerve is damaged, as part of our dental trauma care for impact injuries.

What are the different types?

Luxation refers to the displacement of a tooth from its socket, ranging from a slight shift to a complete extrusion where the tooth is pushed entirely out.

Assess your displaced tooth

The cost and duration of treatment depend on the type of injury. Dr Patel establishes these details at a clinical examination. You can see what happens at your root canal consultation and how to book to get a written assessment.

Request your assessment or call us on 020 7589 7792.

Managing tooth displacement and trauma

At your consultation we assess the specific nature of your injury and set out the necessary clinical path. This can include dental trauma care, knocked-out tooth treatment, pulp capping, cracked tooth treatment, root canal retreatment, and apicoectomy, depending on what the tooth needs.

We give you a written plan and an itemised quote that is yours to keep and use at any other practice. Arrange your assessment with Dr Patel to find out the treatment and cost, which count towards your care.

020 7589 7792.