Do only if athlete is alert and conscious. 2nd best - Place tooth in milk. 4th best - Place tooth under athlete's tongue. Do this ONLY if athlete is conscious and alert. 5th best - Place tooth in a cup of water.
Time is very important .
Reimplant within 30 minutes has the highest degree of success rate. Reposition tooth in socket using firm finger pressure. Stabilize tooth by gently biting on towel or handkerchief. Try to reposition tooth using finger pressure. Do nothing - avoid any repositioning of tooth.