The actual management has its own protocol to be followed as per the type of the injury and damage caused. But the psychological management of the child and parents is the most challenging part. Further the parents need to be made aware and educated about how further trauma can be prevented- especially in case of toddlers. For young athletes with either mixed dentition or young permanent dentition, specific protective gear can help prevent traumatic injuries to a large extent. Although it may not completely protect the oro-facial structures always, atleast the magnitude of damage can be reduced. Major traumatic injuries can occur between age 7 to 10 yrs usually at school. Hence, apart from the parents of the young athletes, schools and school teachers also need to be made aware of and educated about prevention of trauma at school
during sports, along with various first aid methods specifically focused at oro-facial injuries. Further exceptional care needs to be taken for the specially abled children who are more prone to falls and injure themselves. In such situations the caretakers/ parents of the children already have their hands full multiple challenges while raising a special child. Hence, simple, practical and affordable solutions to prevent traumatic injuries at home should be suggested.
As it goes with everything- “Prevention is better than Cure!” The traumatized anterior teeth of a child if managed well, restores a healthy precious smile! Preventive strategies and awareness may simply avoid the situation to occur in the first place!
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