Front tooth crowning

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I have a chipped front left tooth for which I need crowning. My doctor is recommending a root canal before the crowning is done. Is RCT really necessary. OPG scan is attached

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Dr. Lakshmi Roopesh Dental Surgeon 19 yrs exp Bangalore Consult Now · Accepted Answer

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Root canal treatment is required if there is any symptom of infection / if the nerve is expected to be exposed while preparing for the crown. If not a vital tooth can also have a crown without any problem for several years

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