I have two molars that are showing signs of fracture
Q. I have two molars that are showing signs of fracture. My dentist wants to put a silver or “composite” crown on each one but the procedure of drilling away a good portion of the teeth is upsetting to me. Is there a bonding procedure that will serve the same purpose- that is, hold the tooth together to prevent it breaking completely?
A.
if your teeth have cracks in them, it is only a matter of time before you start to get symptoms. This may be in the form of cold or hot sensitivity. Studies show that teeth that have cracks and symptoms will have an 80% chance of needing root canal treatment when crowned. When teeth are symptom free there is only a 6% chance of needing root canal treatment. It is a difficult situation and I understand your concerns . You caould ask your dentist if the tooh would be suitable for a porcelain onlay. If he/she says that they don’t know how to do one then you need to change dentists because you are not being offered all of the options available
Kind Regards
if your teeth have cracks in them, it is only a matter of time before you start to get symptoms. This may be in the form of cold or hot sensitivity. Studies show that teeth that have cracks and symptoms will have an 80% chance of needing root canal treatment when crowned. When teeth are symptom free there is only a 6% chance of needing root canal treatment. It is a difficult situation and I understand your concerns . You caould ask your dentist if the tooh would be suitable for a porcelain onlay. If he/she says that they don’t know how to do one then you need to change dentists because you are not being offered all of the options available
Kind Regards
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