My porcelain tooth broke off at the gum line. How can I fix that?

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Barry Jason, DDS · Answer

Your porcelain crown that broke at the gum line needs to be reviewed by a dentist.  Has it had root canal prior?  If not it will need it now.  Was there a post involved if it had root canal previously?  Your dentist can assist after an xray.  Lastly if the crown still fits the margins and you need root canal...following a post you may be able to have the crown retro-fitted to the tooth.  If the margins do not match you may need a new crown as well.  See a dentist immediately

Susan Hollinsworth, DDS (retired) · Answer

If the tooth and crown broke off at the gumline, there is probably little that can be done to save it. Having it removed and an implant ideally or a bridge done to replace the missing tooth would seem to be indicated.

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