Introduction

Traumatic dental injuries are highly prevalent, especially during sport activities. It should be emphasized and acknowledged that many cases of dental trauma are preventable. Appropriate approach includes primary prevention, i.e., avoidance of pathology development, and secondary prevention, i.e., early diagnosing and treatment of the pathology before significant morbidity occurs. The role of a dental professional is not only to provide treatment of dental diseases but also to educate for prevention of diseases as well as injuries.¹

The dental profession is responsible for ensuring the public has access to proper oral health care. This includes the responsibility of dentists, dental hygienists, dental assistants, and other dental professionals to provide primary and secondary prevention of dental trauma. We should also focus on educating other medical, paramedical, and non-medical professionals, as they may not be able to maintain a high level of knowledge and service regarding dental trauma without ongoing support from dental professionals. It's important to note that, while the prevalence of dental decay has decreased in the Western world in recent decades, dental trauma has become a significant factor contributing to dental morbidity and tooth loss. ¹

This course will focus on different levels of prevention and will provide resources for the dental professional regarding sport related traumatic dental injuries.