I have two crowns that I don't like for cosmetic reasons on molars, is there any risk to have them redone? They are live teeth, if I redo then 3rd time is it like asking for a root canal? Also if the crown the lab creates doesn't satisfy my requirements can the dentist sent it back to have it made to my satisfaction? I have small teeth and so far crowns always come back too bulky compared to natural teeth, so if it comes in bulky can I ask to have it remade?
March 7, 2012
Answer: New crowns and Root canal
Not every situation is the same, but the more stress you put on the tooth the higher the chances of trauma to the tooth leading to a root canal. Despite the procedure’s negative reputation in popular culture, there is absolutely no need to be afraid of a root canal. A root canal is performed to treat and prevent infection after decay, injury, or a tooth fracture and if done in time can actually save your tooth. In the past, a root canal procedure might have been quite painful. The patient have to be happy with the color selected, and any changes can be made before is cemented on the tooth.
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March 7, 2012
Answer: New crowns and Root canal
Not every situation is the same, but the more stress you put on the tooth the higher the chances of trauma to the tooth leading to a root canal. Despite the procedure’s negative reputation in popular culture, there is absolutely no need to be afraid of a root canal. A root canal is performed to treat and prevent infection after decay, injury, or a tooth fracture and if done in time can actually save your tooth. In the past, a root canal procedure might have been quite painful. The patient have to be happy with the color selected, and any changes can be made before is cemented on the tooth.
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February 26, 2012
Answer: Replacing old crowns.
Yes, your crowns can be removed and replaced with new crowns without needing root canals, provided that there are no hidden cavities under the old crowns. Your current crowns can be carefully removed so that there is minimal irritation to the nerve of the tooth. As far as the appearance of the crown, my suggestion would be to have your dentist order a wax model of your new crowns from which he can also make temporary crowns so that you can preview the final result. This gives you both an opportunity to modify the shape or size as needed. Hope this helps. Good luck!
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February 26, 2012
Answer: Replacing old crowns.
Yes, your crowns can be removed and replaced with new crowns without needing root canals, provided that there are no hidden cavities under the old crowns. Your current crowns can be carefully removed so that there is minimal irritation to the nerve of the tooth. As far as the appearance of the crown, my suggestion would be to have your dentist order a wax model of your new crowns from which he can also make temporary crowns so that you can preview the final result. This gives you both an opportunity to modify the shape or size as needed. Hope this helps. Good luck!
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