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Infection from root or by side

2024-02-16 14:37:47
I am attaching xray.i started 3 days antibiotic course.but i am confused this infection from the root or side. Please advise.
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Hello There is a leakage from the cap and that is the reason for infection Please visit the dentist for the treatment

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There is marked reinfection visible in the X-ray , it’s better if you go for re treatment of that tooth.
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Consult a nearby Endodontist

Answered2024-02-21 14:00:40

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Hello, there is microleakage through cap That's why reinfection occured in the tooth near root apex. Prognosis is poor, get a consultation done from your nearby dentist. Thank you.

Answered2024-02-18 13:57:07

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Hello , The infection is from the root area , advised to remove the cap and try for Re - RCT and should check for prognosis , if the prognosis is poor , then extraction of the tooth should be done and replaced by implant .
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Should visit the nearest dental clinic and check for tooth evaluation .

Answered2024-02-17 16:29:35

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Hello. 1)Yes it's from root. 2)The surrounding tooth structure is also compromised Once cap can be removed and can be checked 3)You can try Re-rct if tooth is sound other wise extraction follwed by implants would be treatment option.

Answered2024-02-17 04:24:12

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Hi, There is infection in the root area of the tooth. Advise you to remove the existing cap and evaluate the existing tooth structure and then decide further management of tooth.

Answered2024-02-17 11:59:16

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From the root. Prognosis of the tooth is poor.. better to go for extraction and replacement

Answered2024-02-16 15:14:37

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