Crown placed in Nov., the crown makes little to no contact with the opposing tooth. It's on #19. The crown is bulky but for the most part doesn't bother me. Except it hurts to floss on the mesial side of tooth. New dentist wants to redo crown due to poor contouring. I am getting braces now and both orthodontist and dentist want a new crown before starting braces. Don't most providers say to place a temp crown during braces? I don't want a new crown to get ruined during braces or mess up my bite.
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I would suggest seeing a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon. Today there are many oral surgeons who also have MD degrees as well as a DDS or DMD. I think this sort of specialist would be able to treat you best.
In order to have a new crown fabricated, the old crown would have to be removed and you would need a new scan or impression to have a new crown made. I don't think medicaid will cover a new crown for cosmetic purposes so expect to pay for it completely out of pocket.
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