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Fig 38H

Open and drainage procedure was performed when
the patient presented to the clinic to prevent disease
progression into cellulitis. The patient was told to

return in 2-3 days to complete retreatment, but he
did not return until 2 months later, resulting in
questionable prognosis and increased difficulty
during retreatment.

Fig 38I Fig 38J

Proper root canal cleaning and shaping The canals were obturated with warm
with different concentrations of sodium vertical compaction technique.

hypochlorite solution until the apex is
reached. A master cone fit radiograph
was taken.

Fig 38K

Fiberpost and resin core was completed at the same
appointment to ensure coronal seal. Post-obturation
radiograph shows extruded sealer (white dots) at all
canal exits, indicating proper overfilling was achieved.

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