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Is an abcessed tooth that needs extraction a "common" occurrence one to two times a year for most adults 60+ with mild to moderate perio issues?
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No: Tooth loss is never considered a normal or common occurrence. Amputation in response to infection is less preferable than eliminating the infection.
Answered 11/29/2017
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