Fractured tooth under crown
Added: July 10, 2008 - 7:55 AM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Milwaukee, WI
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Case Summary
Crown
Dental Implants
Teeth: 8
Case Description
I have a crown on my front tooth (10+ years old). The tooth under the crown is fractured and the tooth is now loose. What are my options and what should I expect to pay? I do have insurance.
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Reply: Fractured tooth under crown
added: July 10, 2008 - 9:12 PM
Cost Estimate: $$1500 - $3500
From your brief description it is not possible to make a definite diagnosis and plan.The first question is "can the tooth be saved"? Can the exisiting root have root canal therapy and then be restored with a post-build-up and crown? If the answer is "Yes" the cost would be approx. $2000.If the exisiting tooth needs to be removed, then you have several options for replacement: 1) Implant and crown ($3500) 2) Fixed bridge ($2500-3000) 3) Removable partial denture ($1500)These fees will vary depending on the quality of the dental office. Good luck!
Reply: Fractured tooth under crown
added: July 10, 2008 - 9:26 PM
Cost Estimate: $4000-4,500
You will need a surgical extraction, about $256, possible bone grafting to repair the socket-cost to be determined, an implant can range from $1300-$2,000 for the implant and the abutment or chimney and crown can range from $1500-$2,500 depending on the material needed-ie: zirconia vs. metal and the need for custom staining, "pink porcelain" and the quality of the lab used. So extraction, implant and crown will be roughly $4,000. This may not include cost of x-rays, temporary prostheses and grafting. So all in all-you need an exam and x-rays to get the full answer. You can call my office for a comprehensive exam and x-ray appointment and the cost will be discounted from $250 to $150 if you mentioned you contacted me via the internet. You can call us at 414-464-9021. Dr. Winter
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