Broke front tooth 15 yrs ago. Dentist applied composite filling. I've no problems except it's now whiter than the rest and has protruded. I want to first straighten then whiten my teeth. And finally apply a veneer/crown to the broken tooth. I want the least invasive approach. One dentist said (based on an x-ray) I should whiten then root canal and crown the broken tooth before straightening them (invisalign). Another said whiten and straighten my teeth before root canal and crown. Views?
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This is not a normal thing that you were facing same problem after 3 years of the treatment. It needs to properly examine your teeth to find out the problem. I would recommend you to consult some other dentist regarding for the treatment.
Sorry to hear that. the reason for dark spot of metal showing is due to the adjustment your dentist needed to make your bite right! The lab or the ceramist either put a thick metal so there was not enough room for porcelain in that spot, or your dentist missed to prepare your tooth on that spot...
Thanks for asking the question. Well, dear without seeing the condition of your mouth it is difficult to give you right suggestion but still as per your description you have pain due to gum disease because feeling any discomfort or sensitivity after a crown is not normal. So you should visit...