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Doctor did root canal treatment but still gap between two teeth causing difficulties of food particles getting stuck. Cavity not been filled. Why ?
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Consult endodontist (specialist in root canal)for this....will get more help
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refer or consult endodontist (rct specialist)
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The gap between two teeth z not a cavity.the space might hv not get closed with the crown placed on RCT treated tooth....or if crown z not placed.....thn pls cover the tooth by placing crown to prevent fracture of tht tooth
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pls consult dr ....to find out ....cause of space between teeth
if crown not placed....place it....it will fill the gap
if crown z placed n still gap z thr....thn pls replace the crown
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gargle with salt water....vigorously to flush out debris
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Please change the cap of a treated tooth but first visit ur nearby dentist to get the clinical evaluation done.
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Dr. Priyam Ghoda
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Junagadh
Tooth restorative filling must have been done after root canal treatment.
If it's done, manier cases need crown for further strengthening and supporting the restoration.
If both of the above requirements fulfilled, u need to consult your dentist as there can be ill fitting crown or caries in adjust tooth.
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consult a dentist.
Health Tips
dont use toothpicks to clean gaps btwn teeth.
gargle profusely.
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Dr. Sudhakar
Endodontist
25 yrs exp
Chennai
Hello sir, kindly consult your Dentist and check your crown... The crown should fit properly on your teeth without any space in between your teeth... It's better to check the crown and change it if required...
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Dr. Babita Sangwan
Dentist
22 yrs exp
Gurgaon
After root canal treatment you should go for crown for that tooth,otherwise food lodgement will be there .
Go and consult your dentist and ask for the crown.
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Do mouthwash rinses and maintain hygiene.
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Dr. Aarti Mohta
Dentist
21 yrs exp
Nagpur
After the root canal treatment the teeth is to be covered by crown or a proper filling. If that is not present then you will have a problem of food lodgement as well as fracture of the treated tooth. Please do the needful and don’t use tooth puck to clean inbetween the teeth as it may injure the gums and cause pain. Gargle with water after every meal and use floss to clean
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