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We have an emergency slot available in 30 minutes. Can you describe the pain — is it sharp, throbbing, or constant?

Let me take an X-ray first. It looks like you have a dental abscess — that's an infection at the root of the tooth. I need to drain it and prescribe antibiotics.

I'll give you a local anesthetic first, so you won't feel pain during the procedure. You might feel some pressure. We can also give you something to help you relax.

Yes, once the infection clears up — usually in a week — you'll need either a root canal or an extraction. I'd recommend discussing that with your dentist back home.

Come in immediately! How long ago did it happen? Keep the tooth in milk if you can — don't touch the root.

Good — you did the right thing. There's a good chance we can reimplant it. Let me examine the socket and the tooth.

Some bleeding is expected. I'm going to numb the area, clean the socket, and place the tooth back in. Then I'll splint it to the neighboring teeth for stability.

About two weeks. You'll need to eat soft foods only. Avoid biting into anything with your front teeth. You'll also need a follow-up in one week.

Yes, any dentist can remove it. I'll give you written instructions and X-rays to take to your next dentist. The tooth should be monitored for about a year.