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I am an Endodontist ( root canal specialist ) and can answer questions about root canals and their treatment. I cannot diagnose or treat online, but can answer general questions. I have been a specialist for 25 years and am Past President of the Washington State Association of Endodontists.
25 years practicing as a specialist
American Association of Endodonists, Past President Washington State Association of Endodontists.
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Hi Megan, I'm sorry all this is going on. It sounds to me like you may have stirred up the abscess. We sometimes see that when treatment is done. I would suggest that you call your endodontist ASAP
Hi Meghan, I'm sorry your boyfriend is going through all this. What he is going through is not normal, but we do see it sometimes as a post op complication. It is important to make sure there is no
Hi Mickey, You raise a really good point here. Rather than deal with your question exactly, I guess I would wonder a little about the free consultation. Often these are done to generate business. It
Hi Jenn, I'm sorry you're having this problem. It seems strange to me that a patient who calls and is in pain would be sent away. How did the receptionist know that this was not a big deal? I guess
Hi again Jasmine, The real issue here is at what level the files are broken and do they affect the ability to properly clean and fill the root canal. Since I can't exam you, it's hard for me to answer
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