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in root canal treatment if the pain is not getting less do we have any other procedure with out extraction i am really in pain and i dont want to extract the tooth
Hi Nilofar
This is really a question of diagnosing why the root canal work has failed. If it is because the root filling is deficient, or there is an extra root canal that hasn't been filled then re-root treatment can sort it out. If there is a fracture in one of the roots then extraction may be the only option.
There is a procedure called an apicectomy which can be used in some circumstances where root canal has failed. This is a minor surgical procedure that may or may not be appropriate in your case.
Regards
Tony Appleton
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Tony Appleton BDS DPDS
Expertise
I am an experienced general dental practitioner in private dental practice. I have worked for the past 25 or so years in the UK, and own a busy practice in Stratford upon Avon, Stratford Dental. From early 2012 my wife and I moved to Canberra, Australia, where I have taken up the position of Lead Dentist in a large city-centre practice. I will happily answer questions related to general practice, and have interests in endodontics (root canal), dental implants, CEREC/E4D cad-cam dentistry and cosmetic dentistry.
Experience
I have been a general dental practitioner for over 25 years, working initially under the NHS, but since 2001 have been solely in private practice. I run a busy practice with my wife, Lisa, who is also a dentist. I have also been closely involved in the training of young dentists, and have lectured to dentists on a variety of subjects, both clinical and managerial, related to general dental practice.
Organizations
British Dental Association
Publications
British Dental Journal
Cancer Treatment Reviews
Education/Credentials
BDS Sheffield 1986 DPDS Bristol 2001
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