The tip of a stainless steel diamond encrusted explorer tool broke off on removal, inverted and got stuck in another canal which had been cleaned out and has medication. He was more concerned with the calcified 4th canal. He is hoping he will have more success removing the tip in 6months time. Is it ok to have this stuck in my tooth permanently if he can't remove it? Should I just get the tooth out considering he can't get past the blockage in the 4th canal?
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You have an
attractive smile that, as you point out, tends to show quite a bit of your
gums. There are several options available to treat a gummy smile. Your first
step will be to schedule consultations with a specialist, such as a
periodontist or cosmetic dentist, who can explain in detail the...
Based on the photos that you have attached you are not in any danger of your teeth "falling out" in the next few weeks. Tooth roots are typically attached deep within the jaw unless there has been severe gum disease. It does not look as though this is a problem in your case. To ease your mind I...
The odds are that your current retainer will not fit after four years. I would see your orthodontist and have him/her evaluate it. Assuming that it no longer fits, you can have impressions taken for a new one. Perhaps a clear retainer could be made so that you could wear it...
