Is my crown too big? (Photo)

Question

I just got my crown on an implant and I feel like it's too big. The feeling on the back of the crown if that I have a big piece of gum attached to it. Is it normal? I don't care on how it looks, but it's very uncomfortable. The dentist asked to wait a few weeks as I didn't have any tooth there for a while it can be only a feeling more than a problem. Not very happy with this.

Mindy Ok, DMD · Answer

The crown will feel big to your tongue and cheek because you haven't had a tooth there for a while. It takes about 2 weeks for your muscles to get adjusted to having a tooth there. If it still bothers you then the dentist can reshape the crown with a bur to make it more comfortable. Hope that helps!

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:The backside of the crown can easily be adjusted if it continues to bother you.  It’s best to contact your dentist after a couple of weeks if it continues to bother you.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Is my crown too big? (Photo)

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