I am 55 years old and I have gum recession in a posterior tooth. Can I cover it with crown?

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Scott Young, DDS · Answer

This is hard to answer without seeing a photo.  You will either have a crown placed there or a tissue graft to cover the area.  Schedule with a dentist for a consultation.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:Depending on the amount of gum recession you have two choices:1.  Crown2.  Soft tissue grafting to cover the root of the tooth again.Best,Dr. Maddahi

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