The evaluation of a dental injury begins with a medical history and dental examination.

Physical findings may include:

• Tooth avulsion:
• Disrupted from normal position in socket or completely knocked out of the socket
• Broken or chipped teeth
• Malocclusion:
• Teeth do not line up normally when the mouth is closed

Dental x-rays may be required to evaluate a dental injury, in order to assess a broken tooth, facial injury or jaw injury.

Tests that may be used to evaluate a dental injury include:

• Dental x-rays:

A Panorex x-ray is ideal for evaluating many dental injuries.