Will I be needing more procedures for a healthy smile? I've asked before about my crowns but I wasn't able to upload pictures and such. I found out I'm allergic to the metal that was used in the crowns I had done in 2008 as a child. Just yesterday both of my crowns on my 8 and 9 fell off. And when they did the most disgusting odor of rotten flesh hit me. I have a gummy smile decaying teeth, pain and gum swelling, went to the Dr today said I need crown lengthing, new crowns and possibly crowns on my 7 and ten. Any advice? For more info let me know.
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Hello there,I'm sorry to hear that you're experiencing pain with your crown. I would recommend returning to your dentist for a complete evaluation. A simple bite adjustment may be all you need. If your symptoms persist two weeks after an adjustment, a root canal may be necessary. Be sure to ...
I would have them recemented as soon as possible. Your teeth can shift or your gums can grow around the edges of the crown preparation making the crowns more difficult to seat.
Hello there,Your symptoms suggest that there may be an issue with your bite and an adjustment may be necessary. This is not uncommon and would only take 10-15 minutes in the dental chair. Contact your dentist about this, and be sure to tell him/her about any discomfort that you may be...