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A piece of my TOP front tooth is hanging by a thread. Should I pull this piece off until I can see a dentist?? (photo)

March 22, 2016
Asked By:2016Sunshine2016 in Hyannis, MA

I had a filling on the back side of my TOP FRONT tooth and it fell out and caused my tooth to splinter off. Today another lower piece of the tooth broke but is still connected. It is somewhat sharp. Should I pull it off or leave it connected until I can see a dentist?!

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Answer: Broken tooth

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March 28, 2016

Answer: It's ok if you do

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March 28, 2016

Answer: It's ok if you do

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