How To Replace and Splint an Avulsed Tooth By Peter J Heath, DDS, MD, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Reviewed / Revised Jul 2022 | Modified Sep 2022 View Patient Education Indications Contraindications Complications Equipment Additional Considerations Relevant Anatomy Positioning Step-by-Step Description of Procedure Aftercare Warnings and Common Errors Tricks and Tips An avulsed permanent tooth is manually reinserted into its socket as soon as possible after the avulsion.