The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) intends these guidelines to define, describe appearances, and set forth objectives for ge...
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) intends these guidelines to define, describe appearances, and set forth objectives for general management of acute traumatic dental injuries rather than recommend specific treatment procedures that have been presented in considerably more detail in textbooks and the dental/medical literature.
Facial trauma that results in fractured, displaced, or lost teeth can have significant negative functional, esthetic, and psychological effects on children.
Dentists and physicians should collaborate to educate the public about prevention and treatment of traumatic injuries to the oral and maxillofacial region.
The greatest incidence of trauma to the primary teeth occurs at 2 to 3 years of age, when motor coordination is developing.
The most common injuries to permanent teeth occur secondary to falls, followed by traffic accidents, violence, and sports.
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All sporting activities have an associated risk of orofacial injuries due to falls, collisions, and contact with hard surfaces.
The AAPD encourages the use of protective gear, including mouthguards, which help distribute forces of impact, thereby reducing the risk of severe injury.
Dental injuries could have improved outcomes if the public were aware of first-aid measures and the need to seek immediate treatment. Because optimal treatment results follow immediate assessment and care,18 dentists have an ethical obligation to ensure that reasonable arrangements for emergency dental care are available.
The history, circumstances of the injury, pattern of trauma, and behavior of the child and/or caregiver are important in distinguishing nonabusive injuries from abuse.
°aapd.org
°Guideline on Management of Acute Dental Trauma
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