Intentional replantation possible?

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Two questions:

1.) If the root canal of my molar tooth (lower right #6) is not successful (I posted its xray in my last post), then can intentional replantation be an option? So, instead of getting it extracted permanently, we give it another chance by getting it extracted, the root resected n sealed, n then implanted again? (Because I would have to get it extracted anyway, so why not just give it a chance...if it doesn't work, it can be extracted like we would have done anyway.) Would it be better and less traumatic than periapical surgery?
2.) if, for some reason, the replantation of the same tooth isn't possible for some reason (for example, the tooth breaks during extraction, or has too much decay, or its structure is too weak), then in that case, is it possible to replace it with my lower left #8 (that is, extract my last remaining wisdom tooth (lower left #8, which is a healthy tooth with no decay) and replant lower left #8 (after doing root canal on it) into the socket of lower right #6? I am asking if it's possible because the socket shape of both teeth would be different, as the roots of both the teeth aren't the same, so how would #8 be able to be inserted into the socket of #6?
 
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Replacing your lower right molar with your lower left wisdom tooth could theoretically work under certain conditions, it involves complexities that require careful evaluation by a dental professional. They will assess whether this approach aligns with best practices for maintaining oral health and function.

Due to differences in anatomy, root shape, size, socket compatibility, healing processes, and functional roles of teeth maxillary right canine and maxillary right lateral incisor, it is not feasible for tooth to be inserted into the socket of tooth .
 

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