Do I compulsorily need a crown after root canal treatment?

Question

Hello doctor,

A portion of right lower number 7 tooth chipped off (the light cured section was done two years back) along with partial silver filling done in that tooth during taking food. The dentist took an X-ray and suggested RCT with a crown. I have started the RCT but she has said that the RCT will be completed in two sessions.

My questions are:

My previous experience with RCT is that it took 5 or 7 sittings. Can RCT be completed in two sittings? Can I go for a permanent filling after RCT rather than going for the crown as suggested?

Answer 1

Hi,

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Your first concern is regarding the number of days of your RCT. RCT can be done in a single session or 2 or 3 sittings depending upon the severity of your case. If there is severe pain or infection, the dentist may have to delay for treatment for 3 or 4 sittings. You should go for a permanent filling after RCT, which is mandatory. But, you definitely should wear a crown because your teeth are more brittle after RCT, so there is more chance to break off. You can go for a crown after six months once you make sure you have got no pain.