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How To Treat Knocked Off Tooth Crown?

I had a crown knocked off a few hours ago. The base it was attached to came off as well. Now it looks as if the pocket the tooth was in is lined in pus. I can't get in to a dentist until Monday at the earliest. I'd there something I should do in the meantime?
Tue, 28 Jan 2014
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Hi,

Thanks for asking the query,

Broken crown needs to be removed by the Dentist.
I would suggest you to visit to the Dentist at your earliest.
Broken crown can be removed and fresh impression can be taken for the placement of new crown.

Take care!
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How To Treat Knocked Off Tooth Crown?

Hi, Thanks for asking the query, Broken crown needs to be removed by the Dentist. I would suggest you to visit to the Dentist at your earliest. Broken crown can be removed and fresh impression can be taken for the placement of new crown. Take care!