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A member asked:
How long after root canal infection will jaw bone build back up? had retreat, xrays showed some bone gone due to bacteria. dentist:it will grow back.
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Around 6 months: It normally takes about 6 months for the bone to grow back. You will need to see your dentist to confirm.
Answered 8/14/2019
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Bone regrows: With retreatment the rootcanal success is approx. 70%. The bone can regenerate in approx. 8 weeks.
Answered 9/8/2013
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Yes: Yes. After all of the infection is gone the bone will grow back. This may take several months.
Answered 8/14/2019
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Bone regeneration: Once the infection has entirely cleared bone will begin growing back. It takes about 6-8 weeks for bone to fill, up to 6 months for it to mature. An x-ray at the completion of y9our root canal treatment and a follow-up film at your 6 month check-up should show progress.
Answered 7/31/2019
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