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A 20-year-old male asked:

I have had root canal treatement, but it didn't work. my general dentist told me to get tooth removed. should i remove it or try again?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzisanswered

Dentistry 42 years experience

2nd Opinion: Let an endodontist (root canal specialist) evaluate the tooth. They have more experience in treating problematic root canals.

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