my 50 year old japanese pine tree (matsu) is dying. how can I save it?

my 50 year old japanese pine tree (matsu) is dying. how can I save it?
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Get a Cetified Arborist out ASAP. Make sure he is cetified with ISA and can show you his Cert. #. If not, wouldn't listen to him.
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