I hate my dental crown and want it removed. Will a dentist do this?

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The crown irritates my gums so badly no matter how much I brush and floss. I got it a few years ago when I was around 16. My gums are always bleeding, irritated and in pain. It also traps food. I am unhappy with it and want it out of my mouth for good. I cannot afford a new crown. Will a dentist do this?? It is luckily back tooth so I am not worried about cosmetic appearance.

Robert L. Knudson, DDS · Answer

First, ask the  dentist your currently have why things are a problem.  If you are packing chicken between the teeth with every meal, there are ways to fix things without replacement.  If you truly need replacement, then you should budget to get that done sometime in the future.  No getting around it.

Ramzi Matar, DDS · Answer

i would see a dentist for this.  It could be an issue with the gums and not the crown.  Id find a dentist you trust and get his/her opinion. thanks

Susan Hollinsworth, DDS (retired) · Answer

You can't have a crown removed and not replaced because the tooth would be exposed and could be painful or if it has had a root canal, it could break. Either way, the tooth would tip forward and would be more likely to decay as the enamel is gone. Eventually, you stand a good chance of losing the tooth. Please find a dentist to check it out. Yes, it would need to be replaced but perhaps the dentist can work out a payment plan or do a long term temporary if needed. But first they need to figure out why the gums are so irritated. Maybe something can be done to help correct that problem without redoing it. Good luck

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