Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-out Tooth)

Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-out Tooth) - Symptoms

Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-out Tooth) - Causes and Risk Factors

Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-out Tooth) - Diagnosis

Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-out Tooth) - Preparing for surgery

Tooth Avulsion (Knocked-out Tooth) - Other Information

What Should You Avoid:

Do not:

Let the tooth dry out or wrap it in tissue paper.
Store the tooth in water or any hot liquid.
Store the tooth in your pocket.
Delay seeking treatment.

storing of tooth after avulsion
Tooth stored incorrectly in tissue paper

Dentistry,

Root Canal Treatment

Article contributed by Endodontics, Department of Restorative Dentistry, National Dental Centre Singapore

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