Emergency Pain Associated with Tooth Treated with Endodontics Many Years Ago
Jun 3, 2019
This case demonstrates a detailed approach to post removal and perforation repair
Case: Patient presenting with previous endodontic treatment and post placement that had resulted in a root perforation
Patient: 43-year-old male in excellent health
Chief Complaint: pain and swelling
Dental History: Root canal treatment had been performed on the maxillary left first molar (#14) many years ago. Pain and swelling became associated with the tooth 5 days before the examination.