I just had to have a root canal on my #3 tooth. There was a crown in place. The root canal specialist was able to drill through the crown, do his work, then sent me back to my dentist to repair or replace the crown. My dentist said the crown was in good shape, that he would do some core buildup, then fill in the hole the crown. My question is this: What is a fair fee for a core build-up?
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After 35 years of being a dentist I have found that if a tooth has sensitivity after a crown of deep filling, and after waiting six months, if there is still sensitivity, the sensitivity almost never goes away. Remember, pain is almost always a sign that something is wrong. In your case your...
The first question for you is how long has it been since your teeth have been checked by a dentist and you have had your teeth cleaned and polished by a dental hygienist? If it has been over six months, suggest that be your first order of business.Yes, you could have food and bacteria wedged...
