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Could a tooth that had a root canal many years ago still be shaved down by a dentist today without it fracturing?

Q: could a tooth that had a root canal many years ago still be shaved down by a dentist today without it fracturing?

: You are 24, nothing happened years ago yet. Let the endodontist try to save the tooth for you. The alternatives can be costly, and will certainly need revision when years have passed. Best wishes.

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Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Specializes in Prosthodontics

You are 24, nothing happened years ago yet. Let the endodontist try to save the tooth for you. The alternatives can be costly, and will certainly need revision when years have passed. Best wishes.

Answered 4/25/2023

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Yes, a tooth that had root canal therapy years ago can still be prepared for a crown without the tooth fracturing.

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

Answered 4/26/2023

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A member asked:

Could a tooth that had a root canal many years ago still be shaved down by a dentist today without it fracturing?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Neil McLeod answered

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

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