In patients with odontogenic sinusitis, does extraction of the infected tooth resolve sinusitis more effectively than root canal treatment?

Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research) 2026 Open access

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Authors: Tripdatabase
DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.18672015
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Abstract

The current evidence suggests tooth extraction is generally more effective than root canal treatment in resolving odontogenic sinusitis, particularly in cases of significant apical pathology.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Otolaryngology and Infectious Diseases Sinusitis and nasal conditions Endodontics and Root Canal Treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
17 February 2026
Language
EN