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I am 59 years old and still have a baby tooth. it is one of my front incisors. what do i do?
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Partial anadontia: This happens when there is no permanent tooth to replace it. If the tooth is firm and intact, then leave it alone. If it is an esthetic problem, or loose, then have the tooth restored orextracted and evaluated for an implant.
Answered 6/15/2013
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Wow!: Highly unusual for a baby incisor that was supposed to fall out at 6-9 to still be present @ 59. It means either missing or impacted permanent tooth. If baby tooth is stable, you can leave it alone. If it's not, or if you are unhappy esthetically, ask your dentist to review with you the many restorative options that are available.
Answered 7/3/2013
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