I got mugged. The police want me to come to the station, but I want to take care of my tooth, which also got knocked out. I’m hoping you answer these quickly, because I don’t know what to do.

Betsy G. – Nebraska

Betsy,

I’m sorry for your experience. Hopefully, the police will let you take care of your health first and then come by to file a report. You’ll need to get to your dentist’s office within thirty minutes  to have any chance of saving your tooth. You’ll want to keep the tooth moist as well.  If you can’t reach your dentist, there are dentists who will see non-patients in an emergency after hours.

If you’re not able to get to your dentist in time to save your tooth, you’re not doomed to look like a hillbilly. There are tooth replacement options. If you can afford it, the ideal treatment is to get a dental implant to replace your missing tooth. If that is not in your budget, there are other options. You’re dentist can work with you and help you determine the best solution.

If the police apprehend your assailant, I suggest you file a civil suit for him to pay for your treatment. Tooth replacements are pricey.

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