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How Is An Open Cavity Covered When The Crown Is Not Replaced?

Hi i had a crown that did not get replaced as wouldnt stay in. My dentist did not take out the root and just covered the hole with cement. this was weeks ago now and the socket has not healed. Instead there is something hard covering the hole at the top. What could this be and what will happen now
posted on Wed, 24 Feb 2016
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Hi..
Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC..

I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns..

As per your complain it seems that as the root is not removed then it can act as continued source of infection leading to unhealed socket..
Another thing is that if the root is not removed and covered with cement then possibly post and core treatment has been done..


I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like x ray can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly..
You can be advised to get a complete removal of tooth done followed by placement of a bridge..


Hope this information helps..

Thanks and regards.
Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.
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How Is An Open Cavity Covered When The Crown Is Not Replaced?

Hi.. Welcome to HEALTHCARE MAGIC.. I have gone through your query and can understand your concerns.. As per your complain it seems that as the root is not removed then it can act as continued source of infection leading to unhealed socket.. Another thing is that if the root is not removed and covered with cement then possibly post and core treatment has been done.. I would suggest you to consult an Oral Physician and get evaluated and a thorough clinical evaluation and investigations like x ray can help in diagnosis and treatment can be done accordingly.. You can be advised to get a complete removal of tooth done followed by placement of a bridge.. Hope this information helps.. Thanks and regards. Dr.Honey Nandwani Arora.