Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Tooth extraction
Second upper molar is not completely extracted.. Did an extraction surgery once but still there is 3/4th of the tooth under the gumline... whom should I consult.. a regular dentist or maxifacial surgeon??
Answers (8)
Get your queries answered instantly with Care AI FREE
20000+ health queries resolved in last month
Please visit your dentist. Can be a general dentist with good experience or a dental Surgeon .
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced dentist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
+199
Visit your dentist and elaborate your complain he/she will do needful .
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Hi get x ray done for confirmation.consult maxillofacial surgeon.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
How do you know 3/4th tooth is there..
Go for X ray..for confirmation
Please get this extracted .both can remove BDS or Oral surgeon
If they are skilled ..
It's very important .
Next Steps
rinse mouth 2-3 times from leukwarm water and salt
Answered
Flag this answer
0/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
DR MEENU DHIMAN
Endodontist
14 yrs exp
Delhi
a maxillofacial surgeon
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Please go back to the dentist and inform him/her about this. Also take an X-ray of the tooth for confirmation.
Answered
Flag this answer
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Bangalore
Visit a oral maxillo facial surgeon
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Dr. Dhiraj Kumar
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Delhi
Better Visit a local oral and Maxillofacial surgeon for physical evaluation and treatment (as required).
Answered
Flag this answer
1/1 people found this helpful
Was this answer helpful?
YES
NO
Articles you may like
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.
The question asked on this page is a free question. You can ask a free health question by downloading the Practo app.
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.