Crown or implant now after original one cracked & broke off & dentist kept gluing it back on? (Photo)

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My original crown cracked in the back and broke off and the dentist kept glueing it back on. Eventually he replaced it with a temp. The post and temp broke off in July. Were his actions appropriate? Crown or implant now?

Helen Carmenate, DDS · Answer

Given the repeated issues with your crown and temporary replacements, it seems the approach to repeatedly glue the crown wasn't a long-term solution. The consistent failures suggest that the tooth may no longer have the structural integrity needed for another crown.

At this stage, considering a dental implant might be the best option. An implant would replace the entire tooth structure from the root up, providing a durable and stable solution that doesn’t depend on the remaining natural tooth. It’s important to discuss this with your dentist to assess the health of your gums and bone for a potential implant.

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