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I think i got a finger nail stuck at the back of my mouth right beside the tooth and i dont know what to do and i cant go see a dds?
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Try flossing the area to dislodge anything that is caught. Not sure why you can't go see a dentist but you may have to.
Answered 4/19/2021
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Try floss or water pie. But safest way to have debris removed is to see your Dentist.
Answered 4/19/2021
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