Just about everyone has a fear of knocking out a tooth, but you probably never expect it to happen to you. Believe it or not, it’s more common than many people realize. In fact, over 5 million teeth are lost each year. While many are dislodged from sports-related injuries, it can occur for other reasons as well, such as from a fall or trauma to the face. No matter the cause, do you know what to do if your tooth is knocked out? You don’t want to waste time Googling, “where is a dentist near me?” Instead, here’s what you need to know to save your smile.

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