Emergency treatment for avulsed (knocked out) teeth with potential reimplantation.
Looking for knocked out tooth in Temple, TX? At Rodeo Dental Temple, our experienced dental team provides knocked out tooth services for patients of all ages — from toddlers to seniors. We accept most insurance plans, Medicaid, and CHIP, and offer flexible payment options for families without coverage.
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Free parking right outside Suite 130 at 2102 Southwest H K Dodgen Loop means no garage, no meters — park and come directly to the front desk where a bilingual team member is expecting your call-ahead.
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Bilingual 'diente arrancado' bedside intake
The moment you say 'avulsed tooth' or 'diente arrancado,' we skip standard check-in, grab the tooth and transport medium, and get you straight to an operatory while paperwork and Medicaid verification happen bedside.
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Dr. Grothe handles splint and staged endo in-house
Dr. Elizabeth Grothe and her assistants handle reimplantation, splinting, and the staged root canal in our Temple office — no outside referral to an endodontist across town, no second commute for your family.
Rodeo Dental Temple · By the Numbers
Years combined
5+Years combined
Patients treated
3,900+Patients treated
1,076 reviews
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Languages spoken onsite
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Why Knocked Out Tooth Treatment Can't Wait — Temple
Dental emergencies get worse by the hour. The sooner you act, the better the outcome.
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Periodontal ligament cells on the root surface begin dying within 30 to 60 minutes of the tooth leaving the socket — reimplantation chances drop sharply once that window closes.
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Waiting turns a reimplantable tooth into an implant or bridge conversation years earlier than necessary, especially in children and teens whose jaw is still developing.
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Delayed reimplantation raises the risk of inflammatory root resorption and ankylosis, complications that current IADT guidelines address only when the tooth is repositioned and splinted promptly.
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Rodeo Dental Temple • Knocked Out Tooth Treatment for all ages
What's Included in Your Knocked Out Tooth Treatment — Temple
Here's what to expect when you visit Rodeo Dental in Temple, TX for knocked out tooth treatment:
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No-scrub decontamination of the root
We rinse the avulsed tooth with saline to clear debris without scrubbing or disturbing the periodontal ligament cells still living on the root surface.
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Lidocaine-infiltrated socket examination
Under local anesthetic, the clinician examines and irrigates the socket, checking for alveolar fracture before repositioning the tooth into its original place.
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Original-orientation reseat with periapical confirmation
The tooth is seated back into the socket in its original orientation, confirmed clinically and radiographically for proper alignment.
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Orthodontic wire bonded with flowable composite
A composite-wire splint bonded to the reimplanted tooth and one or two neighbors stabilizes it for 1–2 weeks during initial periodontal healing.
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Day-10 pulp extirpation visit
Endodontic therapy is initiated at 7–14 days per IADT guidelines to prevent pulp necrosis and inflammatory root resorption.
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Two-week soft diet and ankylosis recall
Soft-food diet for two weeks, chlorhexidine 0.12% rinse twice daily, and follow-up radiographs at 3, 6, and 12 months to watch for resorption or ankylosis.
30-60 minutes
As needed
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Meet Your Temple Team
Professionals ready to help with your knocked out tooth treatment.
Do you accept Medicaid and CHIP for knocked-out tooth emergencies?
Yes. We take Medicaid and CHIP and will verify coverage while you're in the chair — no surprise bills. Our bilingual front desk will walk you through every charge in Spanish or English before any work begins.
What are your hours if a tooth gets knocked out on a weekend?
We're open Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM and Saturday 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM. If it happens during open hours, call (254) 265-8998 immediately and we'll guide you on tooth transport while you head over.
Can I bring all my kids to the same appointment?
Yes. Families can book siblings together and we'll coordinate appointments so one trip covers everyone. Tell the front desk when you call and we'll block the time.
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Same-day appointments available. Your healthier smile is just a call away.
What makes our Temple office unique for knocked out tooth treatment
Knocked Out Tooth Treatment for Temple Families
When a tooth gets knocked out in Temple, minutes matter — and our office at 2102 Southwest H K Dodgen Loop, Suite 130 sits right off Loop 363, minutes from Baylor Scott & White, Temple College, and the neighborhoods around Wildflower Country Club and Western Hills. Families coming in from West Temple, Belton, Nolanville, or Morgan's Point Resort can reach us quickly without fighting I-35 traffic. Youth sports injuries from Temple ISD fields, Crossroads Park, and the BSM soccer complex are a common reason parents call us in a panic. We keep emergency slots open for avulsed teeth because the 30-to-60-minute window to save a knocked-out permanent tooth doesn't wait for a referral. Saturday hours from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM mean weekend accidents at Lions Park or the Temple Bloda don't have to wait until Monday. Call (254) 265-8998 and tell the front desk it's an avulsed tooth — we'll guide you through transport while you drive.
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What Temple Patients Say
“The staff at Rodeo Dentist in orthodontics did a great job. They kept me safe. They kept me comfortable and I would recommend them to everyone. They get five stars for me and I will be going back. ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”
— Jacob Millen
“I was so happy at this visit. There is just away with Dr Grothe that sets her apart. She is so good at what she does and made me feel like I was the only one in the room. Quick and efficient. Felt at ease. Her assistant Faith was so good. She made sure I understood what was happening and gave great instructions. The girls up front are so nice. And the office manager, Ms Regina came to make sure my visit was up to standards. 5 star- 10 star if there was one!”
— Stella Dixon
“Staff is always very helpful! And everyone is always smiling! They get you in and out! Positive environment!”
— Kristi Tubbs
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