I have cracked teeth due to deep filling in molar. Sensitivity and pain 6 weeks later. Bonding or crown?

November 21, 2015
Asked By:archie62 in Saint Joseph, IL

I got a deep filling done in my molar about 6 weeks ago and it didn't hurt till the past week. However, I have been experiencing sensitivity and some mild pain in the filled tooth in the past week. My dentist says the tooth is cracked (I am responding to the bite test) and will need a crown. Is a crown absolutely necessary or should I try bonding first ?

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November 22, 2015

Answer: If the tooth is cracked, you need a #crown ... #RealSelf100 #DrSarahThompson

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November 22, 2015

Answer: If the tooth is cracked, you need a #crown ... #RealSelf100 #DrSarahThompson

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November 29, 2015

Answer: Bonding or crown?

November 29, 2015

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November 23, 2015

Answer: Bonding or Crown for sensitve tooth

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Answer: Bonding or Crown for sensitve tooth

November 29, 2015

Answer: Crown

November 29, 2015

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