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Hello docs. i was wondering can xrays show decay in teeth with zirconium or porcelain crowns?
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No: The xrays would show decay on the tooth but not through the crown itself.
Answered 11/19/2013
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X-rays can't: Agree with Dr. Bruce Pope 100%. X-rays can't detect decay under a crown so until the crown comes off it is impossible to know how extensive the damage is.
Answered 8/17/2014
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