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How To Remove Fish Bone Struck Between Gum And Tooth?

hi my husband accidentally got a small fish bone caught between the gum and tooth can not see from the front .it is in the back ,tried tweezers ,toothpick,floss.The floss caught the gum and not successful in getting the fish bone.
is there any other way to remove.
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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Please consult the dentist. he will remove it using a curette . DO NOT try to remove it yourself as it may lead to abscess . Get checked if the contact between your teeth are normal. Improper contacts might lead to food lodging often.
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How To Remove Fish Bone Struck Between Gum And Tooth?

Please consult the dentist. he will remove it using a curette . DO NOT try to remove it yourself as it may lead to abscess . Get checked if the contact between your teeth are normal. Improper contacts might lead to food lodging often.