I got my adjustment done yesterday for my crown.I didn't need root canal but it was close to the nerve. But still hurts alot off and on but especially when I wake up? Is this normal and when will pain go away?
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Hi:Although porcelain fused to metal can block out the color of the tooth, it is not the best cosmetic option. Even with porcelain crowns expert labs can apply opaquers to competely block out any darkness from the tooth underneath. Best of luck!
If you are unhappy with the crowns, you should talk to your dentist about your cosmetic concerns. If the crowns are cemented with temporary cement, they can be taken off pretty easily and redone. Your dentist can make a temporary set of crowns to replicate the final desired look of the crowns....
It sounds like this tooth has been through a quite a bit over the years. From past experience, I would say there is a 50% chance that there is insufficient tooth under the existing crown once it is removed. If this turns out to be correct, then you would be looking at an extraction and i...