I visited Endodontist recently for routine route canal work on a separate tooth. During viewing X-rays he commented that my top front 4 crowned teeth 3 of which have Apicetomy the X-ray shows that amalgam is leaking from them. He stated that unless he removes and re-does Apicetomy i will suffer severe health problems. It is an expensive procedure. He is held in high regard by most in my area although not all. I would welcome other views pls.
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If the tooth underneath is not damaged and does not have recurrent decay, it is possible for the crown to be put back on. It does sound like your tooth may have some recurrent decay, and in that case you will need an x-ray and exam to see what can be done. I would have it looked at fairly quickly.
Your dentist is in the best position to determine if a crown lengthening procedure would allow long term success with a crown. Otherwise, you can have a nice crown that would fail shortly. X-ray will not show that. Besides, x-ray will not show if a short implant can be placed without sinus ...
The dark gum line is most probably caused by the metal edge of the crown showing through the gum. This is not a problem in the back area of the mouth. We prevent this by making the crown margin in porcelain rather than metal. Another way of preventing it is by doing all porcelain or zirconia...