Transplantation experiments indicate that the vitality
and integrity of the tooth socket is a factor to be noted
in the development of root resorption, although the
length of time out of the socket appears to be more
critical. Curettage of the socket is not necessary,
although doing so has no major effect on the replanted
tooth. However, gentle irrigation of the socket to
remove any blood clots prior to replantation is thought
to be better than curettage and may be necessary if
there has been a time delay in replanting the tooth.