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    Jun 25, 2011, 02:24 PM
    Root canal after permanent crown
    I have been told by my dentist that my permanently crowned tooth needs a root canal. Can this crown be removed & re-applied after the RCT?
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    Jun 25, 2011, 04:13 PM
    Most likely the Dr. that does the RC will drill through the crown. Then use a filling material to close the hole that was made. Its not uncommon at all.
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    Jul 16, 2011, 10:30 AM
    I just had a crown legnthening procedure done because there was not enough bone to attach the crown to--DO NOT HAVE THIS PROCEDURE DONE!! IT IS BARBARIC AND my dentist acted like this wasn't going to be a big deal. IT IS HUGE--THEY REMOVE BONE WHICH WEAKENS THE REST OF YOUR MOUTH. My tooth is a canine so my smile is crooked now and feels very strange. I imagine this could also damage nerves in your face and bother your sinuses. Had I known what I know now I would have gotten an implant. Research your obtions and avoid this one if you can!!
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