My sister was in a car accident where she lost her tooth. She thought it was fine to just save the tooth and see a dentist later. I thought she should have gone to an emergency dentist. Which of us is right?
Jeanette K. – (the right sister)
Jeanette,
Unfortunately, you were right. I only say unfortunately because your sister not listening to you mean she lost any chance of saving her tooth. You usually have to get to a dentist within thirty minutes to have any chance of saving your tooth. She’ll have needed to keep it moist, either in her cheek or possibly in a glass of milk.
Her dentist would have gotten her in right away. If she didn’t have a dentist an emergency dentist would have seen her. If you call on your way, they’ll even be ready for you when you get there to give you the best chance of saving your tooth.
At this point for your sister, she’ll have to get a replacement tooth.
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