I had a root canal done a while back but been waiting for my crown but now my tooth fell apart near the gum would they still be able to put the crown on or no? I have the part of the tooth
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April 24, 2012
Answer: Do not wait to go back to see your dentist
Build up is not always a part of the procedure for placing crowns. We only use build ups if there is not enough tooth structure to build a crown on. So if there is plenty of tooth left to restore, no build or minimal build up is necessary. But if the amount of damage and decay on the tooth is as...
Some dentists place crowns initially just to make sure that there is no tooth fracture or if there is a possible need for root canal treatment. If everything is fine and the crown is secure you can leave it alone until it comesvloose. Some temp cements can last a long time. Just make sure the...
I use temporary cement when I am concerned about the root of a tooth not being healthy but it is not clear and would like to give the tooth a chance to heal. We also use temporary cement for Implant Crowns-I have had temporary cement in crowns for many, many years. Cement really is...