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I have a gold crown on a back molar. is it safe to get an mri?

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It is safe : Gold crowns or titanium alloy dental implants are not magnetic. It is safe to get an MRI. Good luck.

Answered 2/26/2015

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