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I keep losing a tooth or will this root canal save it?
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Need more Rx: Root canal treatment removes infected tooth material from the nerve chamber and root canals of the tooth. The tooth will then need to be restored, probably with a crown. See your dentist for advice.
Answered 3/3/2014
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RCT is recommended: Most people are not aware that root canal treatment is a viable alternative to tooth extraction. A root canal is actually a very important procedure that can save a natural tooth. Artificial teeth can limit your ability to chew certain foods necessary to maintaining a balanced diet and quality of life. .
Answered 8/31/2014
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