Cordy,
Typically root canaled teeth will eventually have a dark area at the root tip because it is the tell tale sign that the bacteria has spread from the tooth into the bone. Depending on how large the dark area was is sometimes indicative of the severity of the infection.
I cannot tell you the degree of the infection. You might want to call the dentist who performed the incomplete extraction, tell him you cannot get in to an oral surgeon until..... and ask about being on an antibiotic.
Hope this info helps!
Bryanna
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Originally Posted by Cordy39
Hi Bryanna,
Thank you for replying so quickly 
I'm in the UK so unfortunately have to rely on the NHS for referral. I know an oral surgeon can probably easily remove what's left but as you say ideally it should be removed ASAP. The thought of it potentially causing a serious infection is making me feel sick. I'm not sure what the dentist saw on the X-ray but it was that which made him decide to refer me. Just to add he hasn't given me antibiotics either. Should I insist on having them ? |