Dental Crowns: Post-Procedure Care & Risks

Dental crowns and full mouth reconstructions require specific aftercare to prevent abscesses years later. Understanding which foods to avoid and monitoring for signs of infection are vital for preserving your dental work.

Abscessed Tooth Years After a Root Canal & Crown

Published Aug,14 2017 | By Dr. Steve Tuggle

Roots that project downward from the visible portion of your teeth anchor them in your jawbones. Each tooth contains an inner portion called the pulp, which extends into the tooth roots via pulp canals. An abscessed tooth refers to an infection in or around the root of a tooth.