A child has an evulsed (knocked-out) tooth. The parents are reluctant to try to reimplant the tooth. In which of the following should the tooth be placed for transport to the dentist?

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Cold milk is the best medium for transporting a knocked-out tooth because it has a compatible osmolality with the root cells, helping to preserve the vitality of the periodontal ligament cells.

A Child Has an Evulsed (Knocked-Out) Tooth