How to Get a Baby Tooth Out That Is Stuck?

Here's how to safely remove a stubborn loose baby tooth:

Using Floss to Remove a Loose Tooth

One method you can try to remove a stuck baby tooth involves using dental floss.

• Floss Method: Use dental floss to dislodge the tooth.

  1. Loop a knot around the loose tooth using regular dental floss.
  2. Slide the loop as high as possible on the front and back of the tooth.
  3. Pull the ends of the floss. Your child can also pull the floss if they prefer.
  4. When done correctly, the tooth should come out without pain. (Reference: 05-May-2024)