Management of pulpal necrosis with acute apical abscess through simple exodontia: A case report

Odontogenic pain on a 48-year-old female patient with six implants in her dentition, swelling on the upper left quadrant of the jaw specifically her maxillary third molar (#28) which is a tooth away from the nearest implant were noted, her initial concern was her implant abutment. Percussion test and palpation test were done on maxillary third molar #28 and tested positive. Panoramic x-ray was taken as well and the results showed caries infection that compromised the periodontium. Root resorption was seen and extraction was the procedure the dentist opted and performed. Caries shown in the radiograph appeared to be present during her ongoing implant procedure but was possibly overlooked as the procedure was focused on the implant. Exodontia eased the tooth pain and removed the infected tooth