Knocked-out tooth
With the ToothRevive Kit

If an adult tooth has been knocked out, follow these steps immediately.
Stay calm and act fast — every minute matters.


knocked out tooth kit

Put on gloves

Protect yourself and the tooth

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Pick up the tooth by the crown

Use tweezers 

Never touch the root

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Clean any blood around the socket and mouth

Use the available gauze.

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Rinse the tooth very gently with saline if dirty

Do not use tap water.
Do not scrub the tooth

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If you’re comfortable and able to do so

Place the tooth back in the socket and bite on the gauze. If not, place it in the storage tub and gently fill it with saline or milk.

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Go to a dentist immediately
(within 60 minutes)

Take the tooth and the kit with you!

Important Safety Points

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Hold the tooth by the crown, never the root.

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Rinse gently if dirty - do not scrub or use tap water.

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Keep the tooth moist at all times.

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Do not replant baby teeth or adult teeth that were very loose due to gum disease.

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Seek help from a dentist as soon as possible - ideally within 60 minutes.

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Try your nearest dentist - they can assist with a knocked out tooth.

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Don't have a kit?

If you don’t have a ToothRevive kit available, you can still take immediate steps to protect the tooth while arranging urgent dental care.

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Find a dentist

After first aid, urgent dental assessment is essential. Use our dentist finder to locate local dental services and understand what to expect next.

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Other Dental Trauma

Not all dental injuries involve a knocked-out tooth. If the tooth is chipped, loose, pushed in, or there is a soft tissue injury, select the injury type to see the appropriate guidance.