In the process of root extraction of the 38th tooth with Lecluse root elevator a dentist has pushed the root through into the perimandi-bular soft tissues. The root is situated under the alveolar arch mucosa and can be clearly palpated. What approach should the doctor choose in the given case?

Answer options

1. Further actions can be determined only after X-ray examination
2. To try and extract the root through the tooth socket
3. Surgical root extraction through extraoral submandibular way of access
4. Dissection of soft tissues covering the root followed by root extraction
5. To leave the root in the soft tissues