Question 1

how long after a crown lengthening do you have to wait to get an impression for a final crown? i had a root canal performed, followed by a crown lengthening last week, and am now waiting to get an impression done for the final crown. this whole process se

Accepted Answer

This : This can vary depending on the extent of the crown lenghtening and your body's ability to heal.  In my office we usually allow a minimum of 8 weeks for the tissue to heal before taking a final impression.

Question 2

old root canal without crown now has cavity. should i opt for crown lengthening with filling and crown or pull it and get an implant?

Accepted Answer

Your choice: Both treatment options are viable. Can't tell how strong your actual tooth is, but i always prefer to restore natural teeth, if possible. There are no guarantees either way, and if the implant has difficulty integrating into your bone, you will be stuck without a tooth. Extract only if unrestorable.

Question 3

so i saw a dentist today and they said i'd need two root canals with possible crown lengthening.. is this expensive?

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What's it worth to u: The matter of expense really depends on what it's worth for you to keep your teeth. Often times we have to make personal investments in our health. Whether or not you choose to do this, is entirely up to you, as 'expense' is a personal opinion. Some people find the alternative option of not having teeth to be much more 'expensive' for them.

Question 4

i have completed my third sitting of root canal before 4-5 days. so can i smoke weed now before crowning?

Accepted Answer

: At this stage there is no clinical reason why you should not persist with this habit. I suggest beng judicious and not apeearing for treatment while under the influence of the drug.

Question 5

loose tooth post-root canal & crowning, how can this be remedied?

Accepted Answer

Complex: The root canal treatment is probably now recontaminated and usually will need to be 'retreated'. However, if this loosening has occurred, then it may be that there is not enough solid tooth to support the crown and biting forces. Might not be a good idea to fix this, but rather extract it and have an implant placed with a crown after 3 - 4 months. See prosthodontist for options. Good luck.

Question 6

what is crowning? normally those that did root canal treatment did the crowning also. does it permanently stick to teeth?

Accepted Answer

Tooth Covering: A crown, also referred to as a cap, is a covering that is placed over a tooth. Crowns are placed to protect a tooth from failure, such as breaking, or to replace parts of a missing tooth. A crown is permanently cemented to the tooth. If the crown falls off it can easily be recemented by a dentist.

Question 7

what is best way to determine if crack in root canal and crowned tooth has extended past the gumline? crown is still sealed with temporary cement and should come off?

Accepted Answer

: Visualization is probably best at this point. After the crown is removed your dentist will have better access.

Question 8

which is more expensive, root canal or crown?

Accepted Answer

Variable: Since fees vary from office to office, one might be more expensive in one office and less expensive in another.

Question 9

had a root canal and crown, still in pain, help?

Accepted Answer

See your dentist: Your crown could be hitting heavy and causing pain. Your root canal could be failing. The tooth could be cracked. Starting with an evaluation by a dentist is your best option.

Question 10

how long does a temporary crown last after a root canal?

Accepted Answer

Not Long: The tooth becomes brittle after a root canal and a final restoration is highly recommended. Not getting the final crown may be playing with fire. I have seen well done root canals fail under a temporary crown in less then one year.

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How long after a crown lengthening do you have to wait to get an impression for a final crown? i had a root canal performed, followed by a crown lengthening last week, and am now waiting to get an impression done for the final crown. this whole process se

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Old root canal without crown now has cavity. should i opt for crown lengthening with filling and crown or pull it and get an implant?

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So i saw a dentist today and they said i'd need two root canals with possible crown lengthening.. is this expensive?

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I have completed my third sitting of root canal before 4-5 days. so can i smoke weed now before crowning?

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Loose tooth post-root canal & crowning, how can this be remedied?

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What is crowning? normally those that did root canal treatment did the crowning also. does it permanently stick to teeth?

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What is best way to determine if crack in root canal and crowned tooth has extended past the gumline? crown is still sealed with temporary cement and should come off?

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Which is more expensive, root canal or crown?

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Had a root canal and crown, still in pain, help?

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How long does a temporary crown last after a root canal?

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