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My son fell his lip open and bumped a tooth. it's been bleeding on and off. very swollen. what can i do? he is 2 years old.

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Dentist: Take him to a Dentist, preferably a Pediatric Dental Specialist (Pedodontist) immediately. He should have had his 1st Dental Examination at Age 1, and should therefore have a Dentist of record. If not, find one. Until you can reach the Dentist keep him hydrated and use cold compresses on his lip, 5 minutes on, 10 minutes off.

Answered 3/30/2021

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THIS IS COMMON IN YOUNG CHILDREN SO TRY TO STOP THE BLEEDING WITH A COMPRESS OF HYDROGEN PEROXIDE AND WATER.SWELLING IS TO BE EXPECTED AND CHECK THE TOOTH TO SEE IF IT LOOSE.IF LOOSE SEE A PEDODONTIST{CHILDRENDENTIST} ASAP. IF THE TOOTH DARKENS OVER TIME THAN THE NERVE HAS DIED AND A PROCEDURE CAN BE DONE TO SAVE THE TOOTH. EITHER WAY SEE A DENTIST NOW

Answered 3/31/2021

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