Originally they were hoping a simple crown over the cracked tooth would be all that was needed. But after further research, the DDS found the crack went across the floor of the tooth, from side to side. So chances are pretty good the crack would continue down into the root and I lose it that way. Upper jaw, second molar.
So got to get on the schedule. Remove tooth. Install implant screw. Install new tooth/crown. Part with money.
I'm lucky. I've got teeth quality from my mom's side of family. Dad had crappy teeth due to heredity. He did everything he could but sill ended up major problems.