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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?

Q: 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?

: 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.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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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.

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Answered 4/19/2021

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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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A member asked:

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?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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