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Crown on a root canal fell off. Am I allowed to disinfect with mouthwash without hurting the exposed gums?

December 18, 2015
Asked By:0000001 in Brooklyn, NY

No pain in the nerve but experiencing bad breath due to decay on the tooth under the crown.

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December 21, 2015

Answer: Get to the dentist!

Elizabeth Reiser-Loeber, DMD
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December 21, 2015

Answer: Get to the dentist!

Elizabeth Reiser-Loeber, DMD
December 20, 2015

Answer: Crown off after root canal

Vicki Borowski, DDS
December 20, 2015

Answer: Crown off after root canal

Vicki Borowski, DDS

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