Is It Necessary to Crown a Tooth after Root Canal?

Dental crowns serve many purposes in restorative dentistry, including protecting a tooth after root canal treatment. Root canal teeth are often weak due to the damage caused by pulpal infection. Crowning these teeth strengthens their structure for future use. These FAQs, compiled by Dr. Amir Awadalla from Esquire Dental Centres in Scarborough, Ontario, explain more about using crowns after root canal treatment. What is a root canal? Root canal-infected tooth treatment is used when the infection has damaged the pulp of your tooth. The pulp is the inner chamber that houses your tooth’s connective tissues and nerves. The procedure entails … Continue reading