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Hi I had a root canal done years ago and today when I eat something even slightly hard it accumulates between the cap and the gum n hurts so much that I am unable to eat...what can be done here...
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As already stated, yes, u need to get the problem evaluated.
If the root canal treatment is satisfactory (which will be assessed by a Xray), u should go for a good quality cap.
You should not have ANY food accumulation if it is a good cap.
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Visit a good dentist, one who does quality work.
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Do not delay visiting a dentist as the accumulated food particles will cause decay in the root areas of the concerned and adjacent tooth. Root decay is difficult to restore.
Cheap caps do not help in the long run. Go for good quality, die-cut caps which fit precisely.
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So food is getting struck bwtn ur cap and the gums that's means u are having space between the cap and gums,so either the cap has not completely covered the space surrounding the RCT treated tooth or u are hvg gum and bone issues which has to be looked into by the gum specialist.. consult ur doctr .a clinic visit and a x-ray s required to gv an exact comment on this issue
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Dr. (Major) Alok Kumar
Orthodontist
18 yrs exp
Jamshedpur
Hi, the capping on the concerned tooth may have to be reassessed. Sometimes if the cap is of improper fit, problems of such nature may occur. In any case please revisit your dentist and appraise him about the problem or else take a second opinion. All the best.
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You may consider visiting a Periodontist.
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