Scottsdale Dental Crown doctors
 |
Donald L. Wilcox, DDS
Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist
18275 North 59th Avenue C-114, Glendale |
5 answers | |
 |
Greg Kammeyer, DDS
Phoenix Cosmetic Dentist
13920 West Camino Del Sol , Sun City West |
||
 |
Alex Martin, DDS
Scottsdale Cosmetic Dentist
10752 N. 89th Pl Suite 223, Scottsdale |
||
 |
Owen M. Waldman, DMD
Scottsdale Cosmetic Dentist
16700 N Thompson Peak Pkwy Suite 130, Scottsdale |
Recent Answers
I am 46 y.o. and have many root canals and crowns (molars only). The overall appearance of my teeth is very nice and I receive compliments often on my smile. I told the dentist I am unhappy with the old molars (done by someone else, we've moved and this is a new dentist for me). The old molars are discolored and I was looking to replace them closer to uniform whiteness throughout. He immediately suggested crowning every tooth in my mouth. I saw no examples of veneers in his portfolio. Thx!
If you are happy with the appearance of your front teeth I certainly would not have them crowned. If they are healthy and you want a change in appearance veneers certainly would work, but again not necessary if you are pleased with your smile. I would suggest to get a second opinion/treatment plan more in line with your goals.
I recently had 5 crowns put on my top front teeth. Three of the teeth were chipping quite often so the dentist said I should get crowns on all 5 so they would match. One tooth broke off after one month; another broke off after 3 months, another broke off yesterday. I've had to have root canals and new crowns on the first two. Now I'm wondering whether to get another crown on the 3rd one. I'm worried it will just break off again. Do dentists have to guarantee their work?
Many dentists who strive for excellence will guarantee their work for a certain period of time. I feel it is part of providing excellent customer service. If there is a high risk of problems with a cosmetic treatment the patient should be informed in advance and instructed as to what can be done to minimize possible problems. In your case possibly the bite should have been corrected or the muscle forces creating the breakage controlled prior to proceeding. First recommendation would be to find an excellent cosmetic dentist for a second opinion.
I've have veneers on my front 6 teeth, In the past few years I've needed root canals on the canine tooth and tooth next to my front tooth. Now my dentist is pushing me toward taking the veneer off these teeth and adding a crown. Does this seem right? I don't want to go through this procedure if I don't have to. Can't I just leave them alone? There's barely any discoloration, the doctor just says it'll be more sturdy. I'm worried about my gums as well, they're already sensitive in the area.
In most cases, no. If the endodontic access on the back of the tooth is small and the veneer was not weakened and looks good, you should be fine. Things could change over the years ahead but in most cases no further treatment is needed.
