Can the height of a zirconia crown be reduced minimally?

Question

Got a zirconia bridge fixed for lower 2nd premolar and 2 molars 5 days back. Can the height of the 2 nd premolar crown be reduced by 0.5 mm as its height is more than the adjacent teeth. The opposing upper teeth is already zirconia crowned.

Nirav Patel, MDS, PhD · Answer

Please upload a photo, so I can guide you better. Remember all crowns are not at equal height, so need to check that first. Also, it's my advice to wait for 10 more days because meanwhile, occlusal adjustments will take place.

Amber Garcia, DDS · Answer

Yes, the crown height can be adjusted on any of the crowns. The only limiting factor is the thickness of the crown.

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:You can have the length of the crown adjusted even after cementation.  It’s best to go to your dentist and voice your concern.  Best,Dr. Maddah

Can the height of a zirconia crown be reduced minimally?

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