What to Do About a Poorly Fitted Crown?

I had a small crown placed about 3 yrs ago on top right and to this day it bleeds when brushed or flossed....been to 5 dentists n lots of x-rays since n no answer. Don't have insurance so my choices are limited.

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Poor Fitting Crown

You may not have an issue with an ill fitting crown if you have had 5 dentist tell you otherwise. It sounds as if you may have a periodontal issue (gum problem). Try seeking a nother dentist or a periodontist for another consultation

Brian Dorfman, MD, DMD

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Is It Ill Fitted?

If none of these 5 dentists have told you or assured you the crown is ill fitted, then probably it is not. I suggest do not change it, bleeding is normally a sign of gingivitis or bacteria. You can start flossing softly and use mouthwash with Triclosan which is an antiseptic that will help your gums, remember to use a soft brush as well. If after all this your gums keep bleeding then reach a perio or another dentist.

What to do about poorly fitted crown

From the information provided I am not sure that your crown is ill fitting. It could be that you have a problem with your gums. If 5 dentists cannot find something wrong I am not sure that from the information you have given us that we could do much better. Find a 6th dentist :)

Poorly Fitted Crown Fix

I suggest you have this changed ASAP, poorly fitted crowns can lead to more problems in the future. Including decay, gum reccesion, disconfort, bleeding. I do all porcelain e.max crowns with a perfect fit for only $370 USD.