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Crowns, Bridges, Dentures, Implants |
Does an infected tooth need implant?06/27/2008 |
I have a front tooth that had a root canal over 20 years ago. I also have a crown on this tooth. I was experiencing some discomfort and my dentist took an x-ray and said that there was an infection, which I clearly saw. He suggested that the best option would be an implant. Are there any other options for me?
Maybe. My advice is to have a consultation with a endodontist. Endodontists are specialists in root canals treatments. Sometimes they may redo the root canal or do surgery to eliminate the infection with antibiotic therapy. Implants may be the last resort.
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Alfredo Hernandez, DDS, MS Assistant Professor Department of Comprehensive Care School of Dental Medicine Case Western Reserve University |
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