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Hello Brad,The process of removing your temporary crown and placing your permanent crown generally does not hurt. Your dentist will likely numb the area to make you as comfortable as possible. Speak with your dentist before the procedure to put your mind at ease. You've already had the root canal and the crown prep; this should be no trouble at all. Good luck and I hope this helps. Follow me if you have more questions.Sarah Thompson, DMDSt. Louis, MO area (O'Fallon, IL)Real Self 100
Hi! 95 percent of the time, it shouldn't hurt. If it does, you need to talk to your dentist to see why. Most of the time, we wait until there is no pain when a permanent crown is placed,
If the crown is no metal as you mentioned the darkness should not be from metal shining through as happens with metal containing crowns. After root canal treatment darkening of the tooth is common. There are two reasons that the dark area would be showing:1. Gum recession, which is most co...
Dear hdechabert, An upper night guard would be preferable in your case to protect your upper crowns. It’s also more comfortable to wear, unless you have a gag reflex. It’s also easier for your dentist to construct it in protective occlusion (bite) if needed.
My suggestion is to be sure to look at the crowns before they are cemented. Stand up, look at them in different lighting situations. Be picky now because once they are cemented they are yours. You might also asked to have them temporarily cemented so you can look at them at home after your lip...