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My front tooth had a root canal 20+ years ago. My dentist said it's failing. Can I have it redone without going toothless?

skip251Apr 9, 2014
I have an abscess above the front top right tooth. It's popped and gone down in size barely noticeable at this point (pin size). Since it's my front tooth and I'm a nurse I really CAN'T go toothless. What are my options!?

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Dr. Paul D. Kantor, DDS
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Answered on Apr 15, 2014
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Dr. Jeffrey Green, DDS
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Answered on Apr 11, 2014
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