Re: Should Old Silver Point RC's Be Redone?

On Tue, 28 Aug 2007 21:08:04 -0400, frankieinpeace@xxxxxxxxx (Frank L) wrote:

I have further questions based on what you said, Amatus. Can you see
this oxidation on an x-ray? You said they try to remove the silver
points (and replace with gutta percha)...are there times when they
can't?
Yes. But most endodontists are rather adept at removing Ag points.

Then what happens?
More involved procedures, or sometimes nothing

I have had several opinions. My oral surgeon says, "If it ain't broken,
don't fix it" but others say yes.

Tend to agree, but suggest again, a consultation with an endodontist.

The "things may be crumbling" line sounds like a tatctic.

Hey, the stock market may go down, so what ?
It may go up.

Am with Amatus, get a second, third opinion before you jump
into a "maybe" situation. You teeth may be fine and you
have a sinus condition, or maybe not. Can't tell from here.

Any chance you could post x-rays ?
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