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Tooth loss: First aid

It’s sometimes possible to successfully replant a permanent tooth that has been knocked out. It’s critical to replant the tooth right away or as quickly as possible. If replanting the tooth doesn’t happen quickly after the tooth is knocked out and properly handled, it’s not likely to be a success. So it’s vital to get emergency dental care. But you must follow the steps below right away — before you see a dentist.

Baby teeth are not replanted if they’re knocked out.

For permanent teeth, if you can see a sharp surface or shiny surface, there’s a chance that part of the root is still in the socket. In this situation, the tooth can still be put into the socket. But replanting the knocked-out tooth is less likely to be successful.

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