I recently had a rct and had a gold crown set on that tooth. It feels like it may be too high (even after 3 adjustments prior to cement). Can a gold crown be trimmed, so to speak, while on the tooth? Also, some cement was left on the crown, between my teeth. When I got home, I picked it out with floss. In doing so, a bit a cement visibly scratched the surface of my gold crown. Can this scratch be polished out? I appreciate any insight that one can offer. Thank you for your time
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Hi: Unfortunately with an X-ray and a photo it is difficult to give you accurate advice. Generally if the decay is not too far down the root, with a root canal, post and a crown the tooth can be salvaged.Best,Dr. Maddahi
HI:There is always a chance of nerve damage when you are redoing crowns, specially if it has been done recently. Overall, getting work done overseas and not having a chance to get proper bite adjustment or handle sensitivity is a gamble.Best,Dr. Maddahi
Hi:There is a possibility of being able to remove the post. It might be best to go to a root canal specialist to get the post taken out. If successful then make another post and a new crown.Best,Dr. Maddahi