What you are probably seeing is the metal that comprises the substructure of the Porcelain Fused to Metal crowns. That is also what you see when there is a black line or margin at the gum on some crowns. These are done very commonly, but the metal is tough to block out. There is no compound to...
If you need to now have root canal treatment on the tooth in question, it would make sense to just redo the crown after the treatment. The lab can create a better margin on the tongue side the second time around.
Getting a great result that you are happy with, as well as a final result in line with what you expected are critical with any cosmetic dentistry.You've had a breakdown of communication with your dentist (or he has with you). IF these are the temporaries, then make a short, concise list of...