What Is The Best Option For A Dead Front Tooth?

As long as there is not an infection and it is confirmed that a root canal does not or cannot be performed; for cosmetic issues in which there is sufficient healthy tooth structure and no contraindications (ie. teeth grinding), veneers are a great option to help correct discolorations. Consult your doctor, in person, to find out specifically what your best options are. Sometimes it may be beneficial, cosmetically, to have more than just the single veneer placed. Have an amazing day and keep smiling!

Many times teeth can suffer from a traumatic injury and not have any symptoms. Over time, you may notice the tooth turning darker in color, yet have no pain or discomfort. If this has happened to you, chances are you injured your tooth many years earlier. As time goes on, the tooth slowly dies and gets darker. On a routine dental exam, your dentist may notice that the nerve from the tooth has receded and become calcified. What this means is that the tooth is now completely sealed off from the rest of your body. Without getting nourishment and its blood supply, the tooth progressively gets darker and darker. 
If the specialist doesn't feel you need a root canal, yet your tooth is still dark, I would recommend placing a porcelain veneer on the tooth. A veneer is a thin shell of porcelain that is permanently bonded to the front of your tooth that can mask the dark color. I would avoid placing a crown as it requires more tooth reduction and that can compromise the tooth's long term prognosis.