I went to my dentist on 6/11/09 for a simple extraction; The following Thursday I returned because I was still in pain. The doctor re-entered the area and hit my nerve by mistake, she told me I had a dry socket, this week however I am still able to see a portion of the tooth in my gums and I am in pain. I am attempting to find a new doctor but my question is. 1.If the tooth is broken and removed am I able to request reimbursement from the original doctor and should I ask for pain and suffering since I have lost weight and suffered from ear aches since this extraction.