Suggest treatment for a stuck syringe in the gums
Patient: i  got a xray today,to check for a dentist syringe that the dentist said he broke off 1974 ,i took a stroke 2001 just make sure .the clot 4.5 by5.5.the xray  was neg.but mri say different.by the way the dental syringe is 4.57.should i get another mri? Doctor: Hi..Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..As per your complain it seems that you have broken needle struck into your gums due to breakage while anaesthesia injection that is being shown in your MRI..You should not go for MRI Scan again and consult an Oral Surgeon and get evaluated along with a close examination of your MRI..The removal of  the broken tip of needle is a a must from the tissues as it can act as a foreign body and can cause severe inflammation that can cause swelling and pain..Surgical removal of the same has to be done followed by a course of antibiotics and painkillers..Hope this information helps..Thanks and regards.Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.