A root canal is not always required when getting a crown. Whether you need the procedure depends entirely on the condition of your tooth. Dentists should evaluate patients’ oral health to determine necessary treatments.

If there is deep decay reaching the inner pulp or a risk of infection, Dr. Pavel Dubinetsky, DMD, will have to remove the nerve and blood vessels from inside, clean, disinfect, fill, and seal the tooth first. Then, he will place a crown.