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Last year fell down stairs. one of my front teeth went through my lip. had to get a crown. my other teeth nerves still fine.will they remain ok? ty
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Probably: After a year you should be fine. But that's not a guarantee... I've seen teeth become non-vital ten years after being traumatized. Keep them clean and visit your dentist regularly.
Answered 10/29/2016
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Highly unlikely: If after the injury the follow up pulp tests were used properly, injury to the pulp is highly unlikely. If concerned, see your dentist for consultation.
Answered 4/5/2015
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Maybe: Anytime there is trauma to teeth, that increases the chance of needing a root canal in the future. There is nothing you can do to prevent it.
Answered 10/29/2016
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Probably: It's rare, but sometimes teeth that have been traumatized can become non- vital with the passage of time. Ask your Dentist to keep them under observation.
Answered 4/15/2017
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