Should a Gingivectomy Be Peformed Before a Crown is Placed?

March 6, 2012
Asked By:saltango

I have painful bulge of skin around a tooth that had a root canal 3 years ago, and now need a crown. Should a gingivectomy be peformed before a crown is placed?

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March 8, 2012

Answer: Gingivectomy Before Crown Placement

March 8, 2012

Answer: Gingivectomy Before Crown Placement

March 9, 2012

Answer: Gingevectomy

March 9, 2012

Answer: Gingevectomy

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