Proper preventative care can help you avoid many potential dental emergencies, but sadly, some are unavoidable. For instance, even if you consistently clean your teeth at home and visit your dentist regularly, you might sustain an injury or blow to the face that knocks a tooth out of your mouth.
If you’ve lost a permanent tooth, you’re probably in pain and unsure what to do next. You might also have questions, like whether you should put it back in its socket. Continue reading to learn more about how you should handle this urgent scenario and if it’s safe to reseat it yourself!
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