A tooth getting knocked out of your mouth is a shocking, unexpected event. It could happen while playing your favorite sport, or it might even be the result of a simple accident like walking into a post or a glass door. No matter when and how the tooth is lost, however, it’s important for you to take good care of it if you want an emergency dentist to successfully replant it. And in many cases, “taking good care of it” means trying to put it back in its socket if you can. Keep reading to learn exactly what you should do with a knocked-out tooth.
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