I got my tooth knocked out. What do I do if I don’t have a dentist?

Madeline K. – Ft. Worth, TX

Madeline,

You need to get to a dentist right away if you want any chance of saving that tooth. Generally, you have, at most, thirty minutes. I understand that you don’t have a dentist of your own, but there are dentists who treat non-patients in emerency situations. You can do a google search for an emergency dentist in his area.

You’ll also need to keep the tooth moist. Carefully, wrap it in a wet paper towel or put it in a small glass of milk and get to the dentist as quickly as you can.

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