• Find the tooth. Handle the tooth by the top (crown), not the root portion.
  


• You may rinse the tooth but DO NOT clean or handle the tooth unnecessarily.
  


• Try to reinsert the tooth in its socket.
  


• Hold the tooth in place by biting on a piece of clean gauze or a small piece of clean cloth.
  


• If you cannot reinsert the tooth, transport the tooth in a cup containing milk or one cup of water with a teaspoon of salt.
  


• See a dentist immediately. Time is a critical factor in saving the tooth. Monday through Friday, go to the Schiff or Blondell Dental Clinic. Hours and Locations
  


• Evenings and weekends call the hospital operator to speak with the dentist on call and go to the hospital emergency room immediately.
  
  
• Montefiore ED
• www.montefiore.org/guide/emergency
  


• Montefiore Children's Hospital ED
• www.montekids.org/services/emergency

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