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Expert: Joel S. Teig, DMD, Diplomate ABOMS, retired - 11/6/2009


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I have just had my upper left tooth removed, but my dentist said it broke and he left behind some of the root and he cannot get it out.What can I expect.

Answer
Thomas -  Leaving a portion of the root is an accident waiting to happen.  The root has nerve tissue included which is susceptible to oral bacteria in saliva.  You need to see an oral and maxillofacial surgeon to have that root removed before you develop an infection.  Do not wait.

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Joel S. Teig, DMD, Diplomate ABOMS, retired

Expertise

I am a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon and I am available to answer questions related to tooth extractions, implant insertion, facial recontruction, facial and oral tumor removal, TMJ dysfunction and various successful treatments, including surgery if all else fails, and occlusal discrepancy requiring orthognathic or jaw surgery.

Experience

Board Certified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeon practicine for over 20 years. Assistant Clincal Professor and State University School of Dentistry.

Organizations
American Dental Association, American Association of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons, American Board of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons

Education/Credentials
BA -University of Connecticut DMD - University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine

Awards and Honors
National Honor Society (OKU), Philadelphia County Dental Society, Mosby Book Award, Oral Surgery Honors, Summa Cum Laude

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