I had a root canal done years ago. Maybe 6-7 years. Now the gum is blue under it. I don’t feel no pain. Probably because the roots are gone. Why? Should I have them check it to see if I have an infection under it? Thanks
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I think your best option would be to have that crown replaced. It shouldn’t be possible to remove it as you describe. If there is a crack there, it can and probably will decay. The metal in the crown will make it difficult to see decay on an x-ray. The first symptom will likely be pain, but at t...
It is certainly possible to put a crown on a wisdom tooth. If there is enough solid tooth structure and the tooth is in an appropriate position, it shouldn’t be a problem.
It is possible that the crown was not properly cemented or may have an air bubble. My recommendation is to go see a dentist before the situation gets worst or you end up losing the crown.
