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No pain, ID’d lump in gum under crown/previous root canal.
X-rays showed abscess, bone loss, and gaps where the crown should meet gum and additional cavity under crown.
Dentist recommended tooth extraction and either implant or bridge. Bridge quoted at $2,619 out of pocket after insurance. Tooth extraction and dental implant placement quoted at $6,345 after insurance.
u/Dw15benn — 7 days ago