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What are the chances of needing root canal treatment after getting a crown?

Jslee123Jun 8, 2022
My new dentist said that there’s a 20% risk of needling root canal treatment after getting a crown as it could irritate the nerve, my risk elevated as I have a crack (filled but didn’t work, hence needing a crown) and want a porcelain one (more drilling). Just wanted a second opinion on whether this 20%+ figure is correct? This is a lower molar. The dentist is a general dentist who’s been practicing for ~6 years.

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Dr. Ilker Arslan, DMD
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German Arzate, DDS - Account Suspended

Zyrconia crowns for a Smile makeover this could be your best desicion,this type of cases you can certainly improve the way you look,changing shape, size and color,also the gum contour can be modify so you will have spectacular results, that smile that you always wanted,yes it can be done with...

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Richard Gochman, DDS (retired)

Good morning. From the xrays you provided, it certainly appears likely that the tooth will need a root canal. It is also likely that after all the decay is removed and the nerve treated, a crown will be your best long term option.

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Hello, you simply have poorly adapted gums, and if necessary change it. the risk is that you can get an infection

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