Yes, if there's a dentist in Sabang, Puerto Galera with an X-ray machine, getting a dental X-ray before another extraction attempt sounds like a sensible idea.
An X-ray can show:
Whether any roots are still deep in the bone.
If there is an infection around the root.
Whether the tooth is broken below the gum line.
Why the extraction might be difficult.
You don't have to criticize your current dentist. You can simply tell the new dentist:
"I have a half-broken tooth. An extraction was attempted, but the anesthetic didn't work well. I'd like an X-ray and a second opinion."
If the X-ray shows the tooth is stable and not infected, the dentist can explain your options. If there's infection or a difficult root, they'll be able to plan the extraction more safely.
Since you are currently pain-free, this is actually a good time to get an X-ray and an assessment rather than waiting until you're in severe pain again.
My view: getting the X-ray is a low-risk way to learn exactly what's going on with that tooth, even if you haven't decided whether to proceed with extraction. 🙏🦷
