Question

My child, who is 7 years old, chipped a tooth half a month ago. Today, when eating, the tooth fell out. The inside of the tooth is hollow, and there seems to be a small tooth in the place where the tooth fell out, but it is soft. What is this…should we go to the hospital?

Answer

I’m glad to help clarify this issue for you. According to your description, your baby chipped a tooth half a month ago and it has now fallen out. Given your situation, since your child is 7 years old and in the process of teething, and you’re not sure if it’s an upper or lower tooth, nor have you mentioned it before, the problem is not easy to treat. I suggest taking your child to the local hospital’s dental department for a detailed examination and treatment.