Economic analysis compares tooth preservation and implant success for patients with periapical pathosis.
In mandibular second molars with persistent apical periodontitis, IR proved economically favorable in the short-term, while extraction with implant placement offered superior long-term effectiveness at reasonable incremental costs for patients with extended life expectancy.
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