Dental trauma: preparing for success

Abstract

Dental trauma is an infrequent occurrence in daily general dental practice and, combined with a lack of confidence in its management, can be a significant cause of stress for the dental team. Excessive stress can have a significant impact upon our performance. This article presents practical ways in which the dental team can reduce the stress associated with dental trauma management. It promotes the use of standardised protocols and involves the whole dental team to achieve optimal outcomes for patients.