Dental Accident Report

After a dental accident involving a child, a "dental accident report" should be submitted to themandatory health insurance by the dental practice. The health insurance (accident insurance) covers the costs of the diagnosis and any necessary treatment. The dental accident report doesnot need to be made on the day of the accident. However, it is always considered an emergency if a tooth has been severely loosened or if bleeding from the gums or lip cannot bestopped. In this case, a visit to the practice or children's hospital should occur on the same day.