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Until you can see the dentist, try this:

See the dentist ASAP. Your tooth could be damaged further or get infected, and you might lose it.

• If the tooth is painful, take acetaminophen or another over-the-counter pain reliever. Rinse your mouth with salt water.
• If the break caused a sharp or jagged edge, cover it with a piece of wax paraffin or sugarless chewing gum to keep it from cutting your tongue or the inside of your lip or cheek.
• If you must eat, stick with soft foods. Don’t bite down on the broken tooth.

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