
I was told I have a cavity under a fairly new crown. Can a cavity under ...
Feb 20, 2014 · The answer to this question depends on the type of dental crown that you have. Radiographically, you can't see through a crown that has a metal coping or is all metal. An all …
Can an x-ray miss a cavity under a crown? - RealSelf
Jan 8, 2018 · Yes, a cavity could be under a crown & not visible on xrays. Xrays are 2 D & could be taken from different angles. For that reason, although xrays are very helpful but they are limited. The …
Should I extract molar that had decay just below the gum ... - RealSelf
Mar 30, 2016 · Without an x-ray, it is difficult to confirm or deny a treatment plan. However, normally, if a tooth has extensive decay that extends below the level of the bone, the tooth may not be …
My dentist says I need an extraction of a crowned tooth, why ... - RealSelf
May 5, 2016 · Since you did not specify why the dentist wanted to extract your tooth, I will give a few reasons why a crowned to tooth needs to be removed. If there is recurrent decay under the crown …
Had a root canal, crown fell off. Now there is decay and I ... - RealSelf
May 1, 2016 · Many times, though, decay that starts at the margin and extends under the crown of a root canal treated tooth can be difficult to detect due to lack of sensitivity in the tooth (the nerve is no …
How Can Decay Be Prevented Under a Crown? - RealSelf
Aug 1, 2011 · Hello, To prevent decay under existing crowns, both dental cleanings and home care are super important. Once decay is detected under an existing crow, the usual procedure is to replace …
I have a cavity under and visible below a crown. Can the tooth be saved?
Nov 15, 2012 · The depth and extensity of the decay lesion can be partially defined with x-ray. However, most often it is quite complicated to remove all the decay. Your dentist will define if the crown should …
Tooth has gone completely black under crown, after root ... - RealSelf
Jan 5, 2014 · Teeth under a crown can be "black" for a number of reasons. One, is that a root canal was done and not all the bacteria and blood was removed before the root canal filling was done.
With dental cavities below gum line, is it better to pull ... - RealSelf
Oct 20, 2017 · I have 2 cavities below gum line in one tooth; and one in the adjacent tooth that has a crown. One dentist advises to have a surgeon pull back the gum in that area and to fill all 3 cavities.
Does Having Crowns Cause Bad Breath? - RealSelf
Mar 3, 2013 · Crowns can cause halitosis (bad breath) when there is an underlying health issue with the tooth in question or an ill fitting crown. Often times bad breath emanating from a crown can be …