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tgm63sy56
Aug 10, 2008, 07:55 AM
I have had a bad wisdom tooth for a few years. Scared to go to dentist. It has just fell out, no pain or bleeding. Looks like the whole tooth. What should I do?:confused: :(
flossie
Aug 10, 2008, 05:57 PM
If you have the whole tooth including root tips then you don't have to do anything other than rinse with some warm salt water for the next 2-3 days to keep the socket clean.
It would probably be wise to see a dentist. It sounds like you might have advanced gum disease if your wisdom tooth fell out. You could be setting yourself up for a heart attack or stroke if your gums aren't healthy.
tgm63sy56
Aug 11, 2008, 12:33 AM
If you have the whole tooth including root tips then you don't have to do anything other than rinse with some warm salt water for the next 2-3 days to keep the socket clean.
It would probably be wise to see a dentist. It sounds like you might have advanced gum disease if your wisdom tooth fell out. You could be setting yourself up for a heart attack or stroke if your gums aren't healthy.
Thanks for advice.
I have made appt to see a dentist Tomorrow.