I had a root canal on #19 in 1999. In 2009 I had to go in for re-treatment. Recently it has been hurting and a small swollen abscess emerged and went away on the inside gum.
I went to an Endo who said he thought the root was fractured and that it had to be extracted.
I then went to the Perio who said he didn't think it was fractured but that I was suffering from external resorption, and he recommended extraction and implant.
I have attached the 2009 xray (left thumbnail) and the xray taken 2 days ago. Does this look like an obvious extraction case?
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
I went to an Endo who said he thought the root was fractured and that it had to be extracted.
I then went to the Perio who said he didn't think it was fractured but that I was suffering from external resorption, and he recommended extraction and implant.
I have attached the 2009 xray (left thumbnail) and the xray taken 2 days ago. Does this look like an obvious extraction case?
Any input would be greatly appreciated.
