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Root canal or extraction. Inflammation
I have severe pain in one gum and soreness in that molar. Endodontist did cbct scan and she reviewed it. She didn't send for any reporting. She said she don't see any infection in the tooth but she can see inflammation in that tooth area. Do we need to do root canals if tooth /gum shows inflammation? Severe pain in the gum surrounding that tooth margin. Severe pain in the back side cheek side of tooth and side towards 48. I have more pain in that gum and very painful in the jaw near ear. Using peridex rinse given by dentist for last ten days. No changes in pain.  Peridex rinse didn't help. Deep cleaning done a month ago. Pic taken before SRP. What to do for inflammation seen on the scan? What is the treatment for inflammation in the tooth /gum? My GP did blood work CRP Inflammation markers. CRP came out elevated too. My CRP is 15(Normal range 0-10). GP couldn't find what's the reason for this high CRP. What to do for inflammation in the gum and in tooth? Extraction needed?gum ok?
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Hi Advised RCT followed by crown and replacement of missing tooth as well
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Kindly get opposite quadrant, (if this is 48 then get 1st quadrant) evaluated too. CRP is mildly elevated, doesn’t seem bothersome to me as it may be elevated to this level due to some common conditions too. If its taking toll on you mentally and then get other blood investigations done by seeking medical opinion. I can see little radiolucent area in the distal aspect of the tooth in your IOPA. Plz get this checked if you have any distal caries
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Hello Rct is better option
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