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Do you recommend redoing the crown or just removing the overhang? (Photo)

January 30, 2018
Asked By:huda1993 in Baghdad, 07

i had this crown for over two months it was very plaue retentive and soon i had pain in bitting and throbing continuous pain couldnt sleep at night my cheeks where acking i removed the crown my dentist told me it needs simple adjacements but am not so sure it can solve all the problems, pls my dentist told me i had periodontal pocket..what do you suggest

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February 1, 2018

Answer: Crowns do need adjustments at times to be a custom fit.

Joy V. Poskozim, DDS
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February 1, 2018

Answer: Crowns do need adjustments at times to be a custom fit.

Joy V. Poskozim, DDS
January 31, 2018

Answer: Overhang

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS
January 31, 2018

Answer: Overhang

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS

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