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Case 33

Proper root canal treatment is the basis to restore normal

function of teeth with apical lesions, whether it is of periodontal,

endodontic, or traumatic origin

Fig 33A Fig 33B
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Tooth # 11 pulpectomy was Tooth 11 had an apical lesion of
completed by the referring unknown etiology. The patient

dentist. Clinical examination expressed a strong desire to retain

revealed grade 3 mobility along the tooth, therefore, proper root
with signs of occlusal trauma. canal treatment of # 11 was
completed first.

Fig 33C

3-month follow-up – There had been
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improvement in the mobility of tooth 11.
Open flap surgery revealed significant

buccal bone loss.

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