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Crowns put on wrong teeth, if they were mixed up is there anything that can be done about it? (photos)

July 10, 2018
Asked By:Bryn37544

I had root canals done on my two front teeth 3 weeks ago and had temporaries placed. I went in this morning to have my permanent crowns put in and I am positive he put each on the wrong tooth. Previously I had a longer tooth on #8 and shorter one on #9. Now, it’s the opposite. My question is, if they were mixed up is there anything that can be done about it?

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July 11, 2018

Answer: Porcelain dental crowns are custom fit

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Answer: Porcelain dental crowns are custom fit

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July 12, 2018

Answer: Go talk to your dentist.

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Answer: Go talk to your dentist.

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