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I had my wisdom teeth removed years ago. i am experiencing 3 sharp tooth points beginning to surface behind my back molar. what is this?
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Shards: Most probably shards of bone. However it would be prudent to have area examined by an Oral Surgeon.
Answered 12/4/2015
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