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Broken or knocked out tooth

Alternative Names: Teeth - broken; Tooth - knocked out Prevention: Wear a mouth guard when playing any contact sport. Avoid fights. Avoid hard foods, such as bones, stale bread, and tough bagels. Always wear a seatbelt. References: Roberts JR, Hedges JR, eds. Clinical Procedures in Emergency Medicine. 4th Ed. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders; 2004. Text Continues Below Marx JA, Hockberger RS, Walls RM, eds. Rosen’s Emergency Medicine: Concepts and Clinical Practice. 5th Ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2002. Auerbach PS. Wilderness Medicine. 4th Ed. St. Louis, MO: Mosby; 2001:562-571.

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