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Can you have a cavity & need a root canal on the same tooth?
I was told I need to do a root canal on a tooth that already had a root canal done 2-3 years ago. Is it possible to have a cavity and need a root canal on a tooth that already had a root canal done? Can an endodontist take care of the cavity during the root canal or do I need to do two separate procedures one with a general dentist for the cavity and one with the endodontist for the root canal?
Hi,
From what I know after a root canal the tooth is dead and never heard of getting a cavity on a dead tooth.
I would think you would have to pull the tooth.
From what I know after a root canal the tooth is dead and never heard of getting a cavity on a dead tooth.
I would think you would have to pull the tooth.
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