Lateral incisor is slightly pushed back and has excess gum on the top corner. I feel it ruins my smile. I wanted to have the little piece of gum removed by laser- but the issue is that behind that piece of gum is not a tooth- just more gum. The tooth has a natural chip in the top corner which the gum grew into. I was told I need to fill that space with something after I laser out the gum. In the pics you can see I have the same issue w/ both lateral incisors, but it’s prominent on the left side
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Hello and thank you for your question. Since you haven’t had the crowns permanently cemented, the color can be modified. Also all material will have slightly different color under different lighting condition. Ask your dentist to arrange a meeting with the dental technician. It is r...
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I'm not sure how or why your dentist was ok with cementing that crown that is a different color, shape and size from your natural teeth. Anytime a crown is made it should blend with your other teeth, not stand out. I would recommend seeing another dentist who can correct the crown that...
Hello and thank you for your question. 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. Also when the lab makes the crowns the color characterization is built into the crown, too much...
