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Cap damaged from the tooth(root canal)
My moms cap has damaged on a tooth where root canal was already done. Root canal was done on 3 teeth and steel cap was set. Only the middle one is damaged.
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Should visit dentist....whole bridge has to be replaced
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The damaged crown has to be removed and a new crown is required
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Hello sir...
The repair or replacement of the bridge can be done it depends on the damage condition ...
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kindly visit nearby dentist for immedaite management
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avoid chewing hard foods on the site of bridge placed
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replacement of cap is required and cause of demage has to be evaluated
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Hello sir, I would advise you to visit your dentist for better understanding of your condition and get it corrected.if the crown is badly damaged it would have to be replaced
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visit your dentist
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avoid chewing hard food from that side
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Dr. Akilesh. R
Oral And MaxilloFacial Surgeon
13 yrs exp
Chennai
Some minor repair work is possible but sometimes it may have to be replaced. If the cap are all connected as bridge then it might be more complicated.
The repair or replacement will depend on the extent of damage and the material.
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Take an appointment and make a personal visit
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