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This tooth has probably not been lost because the permenent eye tooth is impacted on its side on the palate. The baby tooth probably is fused to the surrounding bone at this point. There are several options - you can have the baby tooth extracted and a bridge placed to replace it. Eye teeth are very important for how your teeth slide over one another when you chew. The other option is to extract the baby tooth and pull the impacted tooth into the space orthodontically. These options have to be discussed with your dentist after the proper exam and x-rays have been taken. Good luck!
Dr. Charles Wakefield
Associate Professor
Director, Advanced Education in General Dentistry Clinic
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