The final X-ray shows that a dental tool/device broke off and is lodged inside my root, is this metal dangerous to my body?

July 8, 2017
Asked By:pattizakala in Calgary, AB

Dentist said if I want it removed I need to see a specialist  Or my dentist can just fill the root and leave the piece of metal in there. Is this metal dangerous to my body?

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July 16, 2017

Answer: Broken file in the root

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Answer: Broken file in the root

July 11, 2017

Answer: Broken file

July 11, 2017

Answer: Broken file

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