I bit something hard with the back side of my crown (top molar) and began feeling discomfort. I then flossed it and it began to hurt so bad. I took painkillers and saw my dentist, adjusted my bite, didn't help. Then I figured out that if I push the crown forward (or outwards) from the back, the pain instantly goes away. Now I can eat properly on that side, but still feel a little discomfort. Could there be a crack underneath? My fingernail gets caught on the margin at the front and it wiggles a bit.
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Based on your photo, I would highly recommend that you replace your veneer. Dental bonding (also known as composite) does not work well on with porcelain veneers. Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMD
Based on your photos and your description, it sounds like you are having some bacteria accumulation around your gum margins. This is most often due to poor oral hygiene or a non dental friendly diet. I would suggest getting regular teeth cleaning by a dental hygienist every 6 months,...
Based on your description, it sounds like you have only a crown prep remaining, in which looks like a short tooth. If this is the case, it is not difficult at all to re-prep the tooth and place another crown. It would be in your best interest to take care of this tooth very soon,...