How do you pull a broken tooth below the gum line?

Extrusion (moving your tooth very slowly out of the socket) is a technique your dentist may use to save a tooth broken below your gum line. During this technique, you’ll wear braces or aligners that induce downward force over many weeks on the broken tooth to pull the top of the tooth above your gum line.

Can you leave a root in your gum?

Usually, when a tooth is removed by a dentist, the roots are taken out with it. However, if the tooth is lost through accident or decay, the root or roots may be retained within the jawbone and gums, causing problems such as mouth infections and pain. If this is the case, the roots need to be surgically removed.

Will broken tooth work its way out?

Bone fragments are little slivers of bone that can get left behind in the socket after a surgical tooth extraction. Ideally, the bone fragment works its way out as the area heals. But sometimes the bone gets caught in the gum tissue and the oral surgeon will need to remove it for you.

Can a broken tooth cause infection?

Infection: A cracked tooth that is left untreated for a duration of time can result in a pulp infection. This requires immediate treatment, as infection can spread to the gums and bone. Besides swelling, you may notice fever, increased pain, tender glands, and bad breath.

What happens when part of your tooth breaks off?

Minor tooth fractures usually don’t cause pain, but if a large piece of the tooth breaks off, it can hurt. The nerve inside the tooth may be damaged. Extreme discomfort also can happen when nerve endings in the dentin are exposed to air, or to hot or cold foods or drinks.

What happens if you leave a broken tooth in your gums?

The take away is, leaving broken roots behind in the gingiva is not a good idea, it can lead to infection, gingival problems, gum disease, and in certain cases odontogenic abscesses. There is also an opportunity for teeth to shift and move into the space where the broken tooth used to be and alter your bite.

How do dentists remove a broken off tooth?

If the tooth that needs to be removed is still under the gum or has broken off at the gum line, a surgical extraction is warranted. Good luck. With experience: Your dentist will anesthetize the area and will extract the tooth using specialized instruments designed for broken down teeth.

What happens if you leave a dead tooth in place?

Retaining a portion of a dead tooth is not a good idea, either. Bacteria from the dead tooth can spread and affect infect other teeth or worse, your gums or even the jaw itself. Due to this risk it is a good idea to contact your dentist if you believe that the tooth has broken off and left roots in place.

What happens if your molar breaks at your gum line?

If your molar breaks at your gum line, you’ll likely be able to feel the missing part of your tooth with your tongue. You may feel the jagged and sharp edge of the remaining fragment left in your gum. It will likely be clear that your tooth is broken with a visual inspection of your mouth.