Replace 10years Old Implant Crown?

I did a removable implant on one of my front teeth 10 years ago. it doesn't look match another. I would.like to get a new match crown. do i need to buy a new implant to make a crown. what if i do the zoom teeth whitening before do the new crown. will i have color different in the future

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Hi, This is a perfect time to consider bleaching before replacing any crowns.

Here are a few comments to consider: "Do I need to buy a new implant to make another crown?" .... Not necessarily. Please have your implant evaluated with a radiograph, periodontal pocket depths and occlusion(bite) by your Dentist. Most likely you will not need anew implant or new implant abutment if all all is healthy. You will need new impressions after your original... more

New Porcelain Crown Over An Implant

You should not need to replace the implant to have a new crown that matches your existing teeth. The process is fairly easy and should only take a couple of visits to get you a new tooth that you can be proud of . Good luck.

Do I need a new implant?

If the implant is healthy you will not need a new implant just a new crown. As far as whitening is concerned individual choice, If your happy with the color of your teeth I suggest by passing the bleaching. If not do the whitening but remember you will need to continue the whitening process since its not a permanent change in color good luck Kevin Coughlin DMD, MBA, MAGD CEO Baystate Dental PC