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MRI with tooth cap?
I have two dental caps on 17-18 which is Ceramic but inside is metal. Is it possible to have an MRI of the neck in that case or the caps have to be removed?
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If the caps have been in place since atleast last few months without any history of dislodgement you could proceed with the MRI withthe caps on . ( You need to inform the rad tech regarding the same )
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PFM caps have to be removed before the MRI scans.
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Caps (PFM?) have to be removed before MRI scan. Please contact dentist near you to see if the crown is whole ceramic crown or PFM
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Caps (PFM?) have to be removed before MRI scan. Please contact dentist near you.
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Yes, you can have an MRI with metal-core ceramic crowns, but they may cause image distortion. The impact depends on the type of metal used in the crowns. Inform your radiologist beforehand so they can adjust settings if needed.
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Dr. Abishai George Lama
Dentist
2 yrs exp
New Delhi
PFM crowns can sometimes create artefacts in MRI images , they generally need not be removed. However informing the radiologist is crucial.
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Dr. Pia Patel
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14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
Yes you can undergo MRI without removing the caps.
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