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A member asked:
My top back tooth has come away and left a tiny jagged, is it dangerous if i just leave the tooth, i mean will my gums rot or anything,
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Infection: You run the risk of infection, and that can be dangerous. Have the broken pieces extracted by a dentist.
Answered 10/29/2014
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Nothing to worry: Bone or tooth fragments are fairly common following a tooth extraction and they work themselves out in a week or two. Usually nothing to worry about unless they bother you or cause any problems with eating or chewing, which should not be the case.
Answered 10/29/2014
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"Come away": Do you mean that the tooth was removed, or decayed and disintegrated? In either case it would be prudent to see a Dentist to assure that there are no problems. Your description raises more questions than it answers. Please call a Dentist Now for an appointment.
Answered 11/21/2014
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