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6yr old tooth is loose very loose i'm afraid of her sleeping and swaallowing it should i pull it out?

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Definitely!!!: Kids love being a dentist. Ask her to wiggle her tooth or use her tongue to move it around until the tooth comes off. Go see a dentist if you must.

Answered 12/15/2013

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Yes probably: Assuming it is very loose and no other medical problems then yes pull it out gently then have child rinse mouth several times with water. Bleeding should be minimal but you can have child bite down on gauze for 5 to 10 minutes if any occurs.

Answered 3/31/2014

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Dr. Joel Doyon answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

No problem: If it's very loose, use some gauze or a thin washcloth to wrap around the tooth, then pull it out. If you don't remove it, there's usually no harm if it is swallowed, as it will usually pass right through the digestive tract.

Answered 12/15/2013

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