I had fixed braces a few years ago and then went on to wearing a retainer. I'm 18 now and when i was younger (before getting braces) both my top front teeth got seriously damaged. I have recently had crowns put in and i am worried to wear my retainer over them. I have left it off but I can see my teeth moving, am i still able to wear my retainer over my crowns or will it push them out? Many Thanks
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Everybody wants a whiter and brighter smile. If finance is an issue, it's a good idea to try some over-the-counter whitening products, for example crest strips. As far as the three crowns that you want to replace, it might be a good idea to do the crowns one at a time. Start with the one that is...
It's possible that the crown may be just a bit too high and that you'll need a slight adjustment to the crown to make the bite more comfortable for you. Sensitivity after a crown procedure is relatively normal, however, and the area surrounding the tooth can feel bruised, so to speak,...
It is very common to have that kind of bridge to replace a front tooth. Also, the tooth with the root canal needs some kind of coverage for example a crown or a veneer in order to protect it from fractures. As a general dentist myself, think it is a great treatment plan.
