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There is an absess in my jaw below a tooth with previous channel treatment, can laser surgery be effective?
5 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
See a specialist: See an endodontist asap. If it can be salvaged by a surgical procedure. If not you may need the tooth extracted.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Evaluation needed: First, are you sure that the abscess is related to a failure of a previous rct treatment? The abscess could be from other causes. You need to see a dentist to determine your treatment options at this point. That could include a retreatment, apical surgery, or an extraction. If the tooth has a root fracture it is hopeless. Your dentist will discuss options and prognosis of each alternative.
Answered 2/8/2013
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No: This sounds like a root canal problem. Laser surgery is not applicable here.
Answered 2/26/2013
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