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I seem to have a rare problem with a back tooth ( the one adjacent to the back tooth in fact) on the lower jaw.Its root has 4 prongs one of which has a hole right through it. Root rabsorption was mentioned. Ive had the nerves removed from it by an endodentist and my regular dentist cut the gum and filled as far down the root as he could. My face was swollen following this. And some weeks later I seemed to develop some kind of mouth infection with horrid tastes in the mouth, pain etc. I would like to save the tooth but it has cost me a lot of money and what has been done clearly has not worked and my health is being undermined.I am returning to the dentist tomorrow. He had considered asking the endodentist if he could remove the one bad root. Is this viable? Or is the only option extraction? Thanks
I think it's time to throw in the towel and solve the problem once and for all by taking out the tooth. Speak with your dentist about replacement options. An implant may be a permanent solution to this ongoing problem, and if done well, you shouldn't have to deal with this ever again.
Best of Luck,
Joseph Zelig
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Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com
Expertise
Dr. Zelig is a board-certified Periodontist and an expert on dental implants. Dr. Zelig can answer any and all questions you have about complex dental problems, dental implants, gum disease, treatment of gum recession, and treatment of a "gummy smile".
Experience
Dr. Zelig has personally placed over a thousand implants with excellent success and has worked with many dental specialists and educated them on full mouth reconstruction, esthetic dentistry, and dental implantology.
Organizations
American Dental Associateion, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, North-Eastern Society of Periodontitis, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society
Education/Credentials
I received both my dental degree (DDS) and my certificate in the specialty of Periodontics from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Zelig graduated among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Z was elected into the membership of Omicron Kappa Upsilon- the national dental honor society. In addition, Dr. Zelig has lectured to general dentists and specialists on periodontal treatment and dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology which recognizes periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the educational requirements of the specialty. Board-certified periodontists have been examined by a panel of internationally respected peers and has been awarded Diplomate status. By successfully completing this challenge, Dr. Zelig has demonstrated a robust knowledge of periodontics, Continued professional development, Critical review of results of therapy, and interest in providing the best, most up-to-date care.
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