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Broken or knocked out tooth
From Healthscout's partner site on diet and exercise, HealthCentral.com
The dentist's term for a knocked out tooth is "avulsed." Alternative Names
Teeth - broken; Tooth - knocked out Considerations A permanent tooth that is knocked out can sometimes be reimplanted. In most cases, only permanent, adult teeth are reimplanted into the mouth. Baby teeth are usually left out. Immediately contact your dentist when a tooth is broken or knocked out. If you can find the tooth after the accident or injury, bring it with you when you seek medical help. Causes Tooth accidents are commonly caused by:
Review Date: 02/22/2010 A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org). ![]() ![]() | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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