In short
- Back teeth usually need a crown because they take the chewing force.
- Front teeth may only need a filling if most of the tooth is left.
- The crown is best fitted soon after treatment.
Do I need a crown after a root canal?
Back teeth (molars and premolars) usually need a crown, because they have lost some structure and take most of the chewing force, so they are more likely to crack. Front teeth may only need a filling.
When is a filling enough instead of a crown?
When the tooth is at the front and has lost only a small part of its structure. The decision depends on how much tooth is left, and the doctor explains it after treatment.
When is the crown fitted after a root canal?
It is best fitted soon after the root canal. Until then, avoid heavy chewing on the tooth. The crown is measured with the digital scanner in the clinic.
Further reading
Specialist endodontist with the Jordanian Board in Endodontics (2018). She works with the Royal Medical Services and teaches at the University of Jordan.
More about the doctorThis article is general information and does not replace an examination. If you have pain or swelling, message the clinic for an appointment.