Is it better to wait before or after braces for permanent crowns?

August 12, 2016
Asked By:jtlaurence in Duluth, GA

I recently got braces on my top teeth however, I need two root canals done on two back molars before my ortho will place brackets on my bottom teeth. My ortho recommended not getting my permanent crowns until after my braces are off. Will this affect my teeth that need root canals?

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August 16, 2016

Answer: Crowns During Orthodontics

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August 16, 2016

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Answer: Crowns after orthodontics

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Answer: Crowns after orthodontics

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