They are very large and bulky. And I have a large overbite that's not normal.i look like Bubs Bunny. Is it possible to reshape the temporary ones? and will my permanent ones look the same? I'm so upset that I want to hide.
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December 7, 2016
Answer: Temporary crowns CAN indicate the final shapes
While it may not have seemed "off" when the crown was seated, the bite may be "off". Since it is so close, it won't take much to adjust/polish/fix. However, it IS possible that there is more to it, and should be tested/investigated to rule out a nerve issue that would require root canal therapy.
Hi Edwina,
So sorry to hear that your crown broke when your dentist was trying it in. The fact that you said that it broke in half tells me that the crown was most likely an all ceramic/porcelain crown. This type of crown does not obtain its full strength until it is fully bonded onto the...
Dental crowns done with emax porcelain are generally more stronger and natural looking! It would have been great to see the picture of your porcelain crowns, so I can see if what you are talking about is the anatomical grooves or possibly other things. It is possible that the ceramic technician...