What is the normal procedure to repair a missing upper molar that broke off years after a root canel due to never being crowned would the remainer of the root that still remains have to be removed as well, would an inplant be best or would a simple singl

Tough : Tough to say without seeing how broken down your tooth is, but chances are the tooth fractured at or near the gumline, making it very weak. A dental implant to replace it after it is extracted may be a better option. Consult with the dentist who will treat you, and with a radiograph he/she will be able to determine what is best.

Phoenix, It's : Phoenix, it's unfortunate that you waited too long to crown a back root canaled molar. Enevitably they brake down, such as yours did. It is usually not a question of if, but when. And when it brakes, it is often with little sound tooth structure above the bone plus the root canal fill is potentially reinfected. Although possible, none of this adds up to saving the tooth. Options to replace a single molar include an implant, a bridge, a partial denture, a 'flipper', a snap-it provisional, and some other odds and ends, including leaving a big hole (never a good option). So what to do? See a trusted dentist and review the positives and negatives of available options including cost. And come to an informed choice that is right for you. Hoping this is helpful, michael i. Wollock, dmd, agd fellow dentistry at suburban square 610-649-0313 www.Dentistryatsuburbansquare.