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My dentist is on vacation all week and my crown as fallen out, what should I do?

morgank18Mar 27, 2017
My crown has fallen out and part of my tooth is still in the crown, my dentist won't be back in the office until next Monday a week from now. I have had a root canal done on the tooth so there is no nerve there. it is not sensitive yet, cold air and drinks do not bother the area. Should I do anything at home or do I need to go to another dentist?

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Dr. Desiree Yazdan, DDS
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