Newly fitted Zirconium crowns with rough uncomfortable surface.

Question

my previous crowns were smooth. Replacements (28) feel uncomfortable, are visibly ridged/grooved they don't feel clean some back teeth have a dip/cavity. Also food gets stuck to them, this will encourage plaque or worse, it's not hygenic. I clean them frequently each day, my tongue is raw due to being drawn to them.I'm extremely disappointed. Don't think they've been finished properly. Please advise about the correct finish of zirconium crowns+ what needs to be done to resolve this

Kourosh Maddahi, DDS · Answer

Hi:It’s best to go back to your dentist and voice your concern and have him/her polish the surface of the corwn until it feels smooth.Best,Dr. Maddahi

Ramin Mahallati, DDS · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. The best way to answer this is with an in-person evaluation. While it is possible to adjust crowns, if necessary, too much adjustment can weaken the integrity of the crown which can lead to future problems. I recommend following up with your Dentist or consulting a Prosthodontist about your concerns. A Prosthodontist is a dental specialist who has advanced training in restoring and replacing teeth and can create a customized treatment using the latest techniques in dental crowns if an adjustment is necessary.

DENTAL CROWN PROVIDERS NEAR YOU

Newly fitted Zirconium crowns with rough uncomfortable surface.

Answers (2)

DENTAL CROWN PROVIDERS NEAR YOU