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I thought i had something stuck between my top front teeth, and my nail slid across to the left side cutting the side and the gum there. now there's a piece holding on by a little bit. idk what to do or take care of it.?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

You need to have an exam by your PCP.

Dr Machanic agreed

Answered 3/20/2021

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DO NOT pull on the displaced tissue. As this type of injury can cause permanent architectural damage, please schedule an emergency visit with a specialist Periodontist, a gum specialist. And please try next time to use dental floss.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 3/21/2021

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