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	I need a filling, but my tooth doesn't hurt. Should I have a new filling put in?

	My dentist suggests a crown to repair my tooth, but I prefer to leave it like it is for now. Is this the right decision?

	I just spent $500 for a root canal. Why should I have a crown?

	Why do my teeth need a cleaning every 6 to 9 months?

	My dentures hurt. Is there anything that can be done to adjust them and make me feel better?

	Can you use white fillings?

	My teeth look yellow. Can they be whitened?

	What causes bad breath?

	What is the relation between smoking and gum diseases?

Answer

When a crown is suggested, it's because more than two-thirds of the tooth is gone or replaced with a filling. The tooth is susceptible to break and may not be restorable afterwards. The crown will keep all the pieces together and prevent irreversible fractures.