Diagnose rct from opg xray

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Can a dentist decide from opg x-ray,whether rct needed or not? Is it necessary for dentist To take iopa x-ray before advising root canal treatment?

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Yes it can be done

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yes , it is definitely necessary to take IOPA or OPG before RCT

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