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I just went to my dentist today to get a root canal treatment of my upper left most behind tooth. It was not a painful too but had prior filling.
First I got the x-rays taken and then she started drilling the old filling out.
Suddenly she said she could not put a crown on it because it was too close to the next tooth and she also complained that some of the cavity was slightly below bone level.
So her recommendation was to get it pulled out.
I have compared with photos of teeth that got crown hightening and I think my tooth is in better shape than what I've seen from these photos. And it sounds from her like even she did a crown hightening she would not have space for a crown due to the next tooth. But isn't it possible to drill the tooth smaller to allow a crown to fit?
I have all my teeth intact and don't want to lose any.
Hi Pete,
You bring up a very good question. From what you are describing you might be a candidate for crown lengthening. Of course, since I am not seeing you it is impossible for me to tell you anything definative. You should get a second opinion from another dentist or see a periodontist. It is always better to save a tooth if it is possible, than to pull it.
Best of Luck,
Joseph Zelig, DDS
www.smileinthecity.com
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Joseph Zelig, DDS, D.ABP www.smileinthecity.com
Expertise
Dr. Zelig is a board-certified Periodontist and an expert on dental implants. Dr. Zelig can answer any and all questions you have about complex dental problems, dental implants, gum disease, treatment of gum recession, and treatment of a "gummy smile".
Experience
Dr. Zelig has personally placed over a thousand implants with excellent success and has worked with many dental specialists and educated them on full mouth reconstruction, esthetic dentistry, and dental implantology.
Organizations
American Dental Associateion, American Academy of Periodontology, American Board of Periodontology, North-Eastern Society of Periodontitis, New York State Dental Association, New York County Dental Society
Education/Credentials
I received both my dental degree (DDS) and my certificate in the specialty of Periodontics from New York University College of Dentistry. Dr. Zelig graduated among the top 10% of the graduating class. As a result of outstanding academic achievements, Dr. Z was elected into the membership of Omicron Kappa Upsilon- the national dental honor society. In addition, Dr. Zelig has lectured to general dentists and specialists on periodontal treatment and dental implants. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology which recognizes periodontists who have made significant achievements beyond the educational requirements of the specialty. Board-certified periodontists have been examined by a panel of internationally respected peers and has been awarded Diplomate status. By successfully completing this challenge, Dr. Zelig has demonstrated a robust knowledge of periodontics, Continued professional development, Critical review of results of therapy, and interest in providing the best, most up-to-date care.
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