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NDR interview with Dr. David Christofzik
A tooth rescue with a happy ending
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Dental trauma: an odyssey with a happy ending
An accident, a broken tooth and a long search for the right treatment: NDR tells the story of a young girl from Itzehoe who had to go through a real odyssey after a tooth trauma. The decisive turning point came with the support of specialist dentists who specialize in saving natural teeth – including Dr David Christofzik from the Wurzelwerk dental practice in Kiel.
A fall, a tooth – and lots of questions
It started like a typical childhood accident: a moment of carelessness, a fall – and suddenly the girl’s incisor was broken off. What seemed like a harmless incident quickly turned out to be a challenge. Pain, worries about permanent damage and uncertainty about how the tooth could be saved dominated the next few hours. The family embarked on a nerve-wracking journey to find the right help. A chipped tooth is not just a cosmetic problem, but if it is not treated quickly, it can affect dental health in the long term.
The search for dental specialists
Dental accidents: What parents should know
The story of the girl from Itzehoe illustrates how crucial it is to act quickly in the event of a dental accident. Here are some tips on how to react correctly in an emergency:
1. save the tooth:
If a tooth has broken or fallen out, it should be secured immediately. A tooth rescue box is best, but UHT milk or saline solution can also help temporarily.
2. do not hesitate:
Rapid treatment is crucial to save the tooth. Dental accidents should be treated within the first hour.
3. seek specialist medical help:
Specialist dentists such as Dr. Christofzik in Kiel have the necessary experience to successfully treat even complex dental injuries and preserve natural teeth.
The importance of specialized dentistry
Dental accidents are not uncommon, especially among children. However, not every dental practice is prepared to treat such cases. Preserving natural teeth requires special techniques, experience and an understanding of the individual needs of patients. The Wurzelwerk dental practice in Kiel specializes in precisely these challenges. Modern endodontics and traumatology make it possible to save teeth even in difficult cases – and with lasting results. Thanks to this specialization, the girl from Itzehoe could be helped without the need for costly tooth replacement procedures.
Conclusion: A story with a happy ending
The story of the girl from Itzehoe, as reported on NDR, shows how important specialized help is for dental accidents. What began with a broken tooth ended with a happy ending thanks to the right treatment. At the Wurzelwerk dental practice in Kiel, the focus is always on patients and their dental health – for a lasting and radiant smile.
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