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Can a molar crack be fixed with bonding?

lauracat1Oct 1, 2019
One of my lower molars hurt when chewing. My dentist saw a crack and filled with bonding - to be conservative before a crown. It feels a little better every day, 5 days later - but still some pain when chewing something hard. It feels like the pain is more forward on my molar then where he did the bonding. Would additional bonding in the tooth help? I trust my dentist but wanting another opinion before I a crown. how much bonding can be done to help a molar, or other options short of a crown?

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Dr. Andy Shieh, DMD
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Answered on Oct 5, 2019
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Andy Shieh, DMD

Due to the location and size of that chip, a simple composite bonding will and should address that defect.  Veneer would also fix the issue but it will cost more. The best method would depend on your dentist’s preference and your budget. Good luck.

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The answer is.... probably! It is more ideal to treat your gums before working on the teeth. The bleeding from your gum inflammation can get in the way of properly bonding the teeth. It is also more ideal to address disease before esthetics. However, there is a chance you can have the...

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Andy Shieh, DMD

Do those recession areas hurt you or sensitive to cold? If they’re not bothering you, then you may leave them as is but those areas may be tough to keep clean. If there is decay there then you’ll need to place bonding fillings there. once you have bonding there, yes, you wil...

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