FRIDAY, Jan. 16 (HealthDayNews) -- If you're unlucky enough to have a tooth knocked out while playing sports or because of an accident, you may still be able to save it. If the tooth is knocked out of its socket, but not broken, it's possible that a dentist or doctor can reimplant the tooth if you act quickly, says an article in the January issue of the Mayo Clinic Health Letter. Here's some advice on what you can do to increase the chances of successful tooth reimplantation:
Even if the tooth is successfully reimplanted, tissue inside the tooth eventually dies. A root canal will be necessary to keep the tooth functioning properly. More information Here's where you can learn more about dental injuries and emergencies. (SOURCE: Mayo Clinic, news release, Jan. 6, 2004) Copyright © 2004 ScoutNews, LLC. All rights reserved. HealthDayNews articles are derived from various sources and do not reflect federal policy. healthfinder® does not endorse opinions, products, or services that may appear in news stories. For more information on health topics in the news, visit the healthfinder® health library. |