I am facing problem of food lodging and gum pain between capped and adjacent teeth. Any suggestions? (photos)

January 21, 2015
Asked By:krishnappa in Big Indian, NY

I went for RCT and capping for first molar about 2 years back. It created problem of food lodging and gum pain between capped (first molars) and adjacent teeth (second molars). I visted dentist he decided to replaced old cap with new one(Zirconia Crown) but the problem repeated again after one month. One more thing I wish to add is I am nonvegetarian. Kindly help me Thank you.

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January 22, 2015

Answer: Spaces between cap and tooth

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January 23, 2015

Answer: Food gap

January 23, 2015

Answer: Food gap

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