I had a root canal retreat done on tooth # 19 on 11/6/06. One of my dentists says I need a crown lengthening. 2nd opinion dentist says crown alone will suffice. I am confused.
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Reply: Crown vs. crown lengthening
added: December 18, 2006 - 9:54 AM
You need to see a periodontist ASAP. In my experience, after root canal treatment on back teeth, 90% of the time crown lengthening is necessary. The only way to determine it is to take an x-ray post root canal treatment and do a visual exam.Keep in mind that if you need crown lengthening, you will need to have a periodontist do it.Dr. B.,DIplomate of the American Board of Periodontology
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