Retreatment of Maxillary Molar with Cotton Pellet Left in Pulp Chamber

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Terry Pannkuk, DDS, MScD – Instructional, Complications: Advanced Management, Endo-Perio Combined Lesions, Recall Observations

How important is interim temporization during root canal treatment?

Case: Patient presenting with recurrent endodontic pathosis and coronoapical leakage

Patient: 59-year-old female in excellent health
Chief Complaint: sore gums (tooth #3)
Dental History: The previous endodontic treatment had been performed an unknown number of years ago by an endodontist.

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