Can I Crown a Mobile Tooth?
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Crown
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A crown is a cover or cap that is placed over a damaged or decayed tooth to improve its appearance or restore shape and size after the tooth has been treated. They are also used to cover misshapen or discolored teeth, cover an implant or hold a bridge in place.
Dental Splinting
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In cases where the tooth becomes mobile due to external trauma, the loose tooth can be strengthened by using a dental splint before a crown in placed. Splinting involves supporting the tooth in its position by binding the affected tooth to the surrounding teeth.
Considerations
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Crowns should not be put on teeth affected by periodontal disease or infection to the point where they become useless and will eventually fall out.
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