Cracked tooth
Added: May 02, 2008 - 1:31 AM
By: altredhead@yahoo.com, Cumming, GA
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Case Summary
Root Canal
Broken Tooth
Crown
Extractions / Oral Surgery
Teeth: 14
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: last month i think
Last Cleaning: 10/03/07
Case Description
i lost a large filling in my tooth last week. then went to have it filled again and fixxed and was told by my dentist that my upper back 2nd to last molar is cracked. that i needed it pulled. can i not have a root canal and crown? OR IS PULLING IT THE ONLY OPTION? can i get an implant there? how long does all of this take ? what cost?
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Reply: Cracked tooth
added: May 02, 2008 - 5:35 AM
Cost Estimate: $125-3500
If there is sufficient tooth structure a tooth can often be saved with a root canal. If the crack goes all the way through the tooth it is not possible. In most cases, an implant is possible but grafting may be necessary. Check out www.atlantadentist.com and www.atlantadentalimplants.com for more info.
Reply: Cracked tooth
added: May 05, 2008 - 7:47 AM
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We would need to confirm that the tooth in question is in fact fractured. If it is then the only option is to extract it. An implant would be a good option to replace this tooth once the area has healed. Once the extraction is done then an implant could be placed there in as few as 3 months. I would be happy to offer a complimentary consultation in order to evaluate the area and give you a treatment estimate. You can reach me at appointments@hitechsmiles.com or at 770-623-8750.Dr. Ushma Patel / Center for Advanced Dentistrywww.hitechsmiles.com
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