Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Tooth trauma question?

This weekend, our very large dog (80+ pound German Shepherd mix) got really excited chasing our daughter, and jumped up on her back, knocking her down face first onto the kitchen floor. She definitely hit her mouth, and we are concerned that one of her teeth may have been damaged - has anyone else had experience with damaged teeth in an infant/toddler? It bled initially, and we couldn't tell whether the blood was coming from around the tooth or from her lip (her lip was definitely bleeding, but couldn't tell if the tooth was, too). It looks fine now, and she doesn't seem to be experiencing any discomfort - for anyone who has had experiences, was the child in pain afterward? What should I be looking for? We don't have dental insurance on her yet (honestly didn't think we'd need it until she was a bit older!), so I'm just asking for any input from people who have had similar problems, and anyone who cares to give some advice. Thanks! Also, please note: This question is not intended to start a debate as to what we should do to the dog - I am just looking for information on teeth!
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Hi! My nephew Did this over the summer although when he fell it was on the back concrete patio and it actually chipped his tooth in half. We we concerned about the same thing tooth trauma. When his mother took him to the dentist all they said to look for was for the tooth to start turning black or an akward color ar swelling around the tooth and to bring him back because we was a bit youngto hold down. Needless to say the tooth didn't turn black and they took him for a follow up not to long ago and the tooth is fine. Since there is no initial damage to the tooth itself I would say that she is fine. BUt if it makes you feel better you can always take her to the dentist.... Good luck i hope i help you a little
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