Knocked-out tooth
Without the ToothRevive Kit
If an adult tooth has been knocked out, stay calm and follow these steps quickly.
Every minute matters.
Pick up the tooth by the crown
Hold the top part of the tooth.
Never touch the root.
Clean any blood
Clean any blood around the socket and mouth
Rinse the tooth very gently
Rinse the tooth very gently if dirty
Do not scrub the tooth.
If you're comfortable and able to do so
place the tooth back in the socket and bite on gauze/tissue. If not place it in a cup of milk/saliva/saline
Go to a dentist immediately
(within 60 minutes)
Go to a dentist immediately
Take the tooth with you
Important Safety Points
Hold the tooth by the crown, never the root.
Rinse gently if dirty - do not scrub or use tap water.
Kep the tooth moist at all times.
Do not replant baby teeth or adult teeth that were very loose due to gum disease.
Seek urgent dental care - within 60 minutes.
Try your nearest dentist - any dentist will usually assist in an avulsion emergency (knocked out tooth)
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.
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.
About the Kit
ToothRevive is designed to give clear guidance and essential items for a knocked-out tooth emergency. While you can still follow the steps on this page, having the kit ready can make future incidents easier to manage.