Yesterday i had a root canal done which went well however the temp. crown they have put on is very loose, I mean i can feel it moving when I open my mouth. I have never had the problem with my old dentist, Is this something I should be concerned about and have checked out?
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EliReyes,First of all, I am very sorry that you having to go through such an emotionally draining experience. Often I visit with patients who have had similar experiences. Unfortunately zirconium crowns are difficult to modify. This type of material is incredibly tough and wear resistant an...
Sorry to hear that your temporary is giving you trouble. Often when the bite is not exactly even can caused pain on persistent chewing. Please visit your dentist and he/she can simply check to make sure that the bite is even and adjust it if necessary. Delay of adjustment can cause more ...
Hello there,Crowns are designed to fit tight against the adjacent teeth to prevent food packing. It sounds like you just had this new crown cemented. It may take you a few days to get used to your new crown. I would recommend flossing daily. If flossing does not get easier within a few da...