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My age 67.canine tooth route canal was done before 30 years,there was no cap,Now this tooth broken from gum layer. There is no pain. should I remove remaining tooth part inside from gum ? If I have no problem , should I remain broken tooth as it is ?
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There is a chance that the root stump gets infected.better to get that extracted .
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