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Which type of caps are advisable for me after RCT?
Query: Hello doctor, I went for five root canals on front teeth. Which type of caps are advisable single or joined? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Yes, caps are advisable but single is best. Joined or bridge has a drawback. If any side of the joined cap is loose or any damage comes, then the whole bridge is removed. In single if one particular tooth or cap has any problem or any damage, then the single cap will... Read Full »
My mother has sensitivity after getting crowns placed. Why?
Query: Hello doctor, My mother aged 62 years went to a dentist because she felt something sour was secreted out of it. The doctor said that there was a decayed tooth on both sides. The doctor filled the gap between the teeth, did enamel treatment, and put a cap on four of her lower jaw teeth. She did not ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have gone through your question. I can understand your concern about your mother. The history started after ten days which means there will be something wrong with the prosthesis (bridge). I think there must be chipping off of the sealant (the material that fixe... Read Full »
What happens if a crown is not placed post-root canal?
Query: Hello doctor,Should every root canal-treated tooth get a post and core, and crown? What happens if it is not done? The tooth is upper 4 with a class-2 cavity and was restored by composite. Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. No, all teeth are not post and core treated. However, we recommend a crown for all such teeth as the teeth become fragile after a root canal treatment. Post and core is done if there is an extensive loss of the crown of the tooth due to decay or fracture. In your cas... Read Full »
I would like to understand the treatment plan for my cavities. Kindly help.
Query: Hi doctor, I do not have lot of money. I would like to avoid unnecessary procedures since my dentist has been recommending a lot of procedures lately. On my treatment plan, I have two partial crowns (onlay on teeth in my lower left side) and three regular composite fillings on teeth 19, 21 (lower le... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and understand your concern. After seeing the X-rays, it seems you already have filled all cavities. I do not see more cavities which need to be filled. You have two crowns which also seem to be fine. You only need to get routine scaling and polishing... Read Full »
I had an RCT done in my tooth. Is a simple filling sufficient?
Query: Hello doctor, I had a root canal on my 31 molar. Only a corner of my tooth was removed, not even half. I am concerned about the cost of the crown which I know could be very expensive even with insurance. Is it possible this can be filled with a simple filling instead of a crown? Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read through your complaint and the relevant details. Crown placement after root canal treatment will happen once the tooth is particularly shaped and prepared for it. It is also followed by an impression making of that shaped tooth. If this step has been done, ... Read Full »
How to close the gap between two front teeth without braces?
Query: Hi doctor, I have a gap between my two front teeth. I feel insecure to the point where I do not smile with my mouth wide open. I told my dentist about this. She said she cannot give me braces. What should I do? Is there anything else I can ask my dentist to give me other than braces to close my gap? Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. You can ask your dentist to make zirconium crowns for that two front teeth like a bridge over it to close the gap. He will reduce your teeth little bit from all sides and will take an impression first and give a temporary crown for a few days. Later, when the crown i... Read Full »
Kindly suggest an apt crown for an endodontically treated molar.
Query: Hello doctor, I am 24 years old. What type of crown is recommended for an endodontically treated upper molar (tooth #26), solid zirconia or eMax? I am worried about the abrasive effects Zirconia might have on the opposing dentition. Will a zirconia crown cause secondary caries under the crown as a ... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Zirconium crown will be a better choice because you are young. If the tooth is properly adjusted, that is, if the crown placement is done properly, there will not be abrasive effects. Yes, it costs a little more than ceramic or porcelain-fused metal crown, but they wil... Read Full »
Which is the best dental crown for seizure history?
Query: Hi doctor,I suffer from seizures and had RCT for my top right molar. I have not placed a crown for the molar because I am unsure which crown will be best for me. Every 6 to 9 months, I must undergo an MRI. My dentist told me I could only use a very expensive zirconium crown. After consulting another... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. Unfortunately, there are few options besides metal-free crowns, such as zirconium and all-ceramic crowns. Zirconia is the best material for your situation because it can withstand molar forces, whereas all-ceramic crowns can only be used o... Read Full »
Are there chances of the crown being oversized due to technical errors?
Query: Hi doctor, I had a crown for my upper front teeth. The back of the crown was oversized near the gums and caused noticeable speech issues. The dentist ground the excess, which did not help and made it uneven. We are planning for a new crown. Is there any particular shape for the back teeth? Are they... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern. This problem is due to technical errors in crown fabrication, tooth preparation, and placement. Furthermore, grinding will worsen things, and in the end, you will not get proper occlusion. I suggest you ask the dent... Read Full »
Can replacing my protruding crown in the front tooth weaken it?
Query: Hi doctor,I have six upper teeth on the left side. My dentist gave me a partial denture. I have four implants on my lower jaw to support the lower denture. Before three weeks, my dentist made a crown for the front tooth due to dental caries. The dental assistant said that the crown appeared long. Wh... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am an implant specialist. Your dentist could have shaped the tooth for proper alignment according to the central and lateral incisors. You might have dentinal hypersensitivity due to the trimming of natural teeth. Excess trimming can lead to fracture, chipping, or crack... Read Full »