I recently received a zirconia (sp?) crown. It fits well in the space, but when I run my tongue along the inside, bottom/gum line- at the base of the crown- it feels like there is a small gap between the base of the new crown and my gum line. Is this space okay or could it lead to a problem if it is not fully seated flat against the gum line? Thanks for your help. Niki
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Anthony Mobasser, DDS, DMD - Account Suspended says:
I recommend you find another Dentist to rule out possible fracture or micro crack in the root, and also to check if there are any other lateral canals (auxiliary nerves that was missed) and needs to be filled !I do recommend you do see another Endodontist.If all checked out fine, then the fit of...
Mending or trying to repair
all-ceramic caps/crowns/bridges is not an easy task. The line you feel
may be a crack that is just beginning and eventually could extend all the way
through the porcelain and can compromise the teeth that are anchoring the
crowns. In its early stage, a dentist can...
Pain from your new crown is not normal. Perhaps there is still infection and the root canal should be evaluated. The x-ray as posted does not show the end of the roots and root canal. The other possibility is that the tooth is hitting too hard when you chew, and if that is all...
