Can my permanent crowns imitate the shape of my natural teeth and bite?

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Im a 50 year male . I got a full lower core build up with crowns and 2 bridges. Felt high but i was ok. When top was prepped and temp crowns, i completely lost my appetite. I think my back teeth are too high. Dentist said he knows what hes doing and wont remedy. I popped off my temp crowns and am able to eat with no problem. I havent returned, im afraid he'll cement perm crowns and then im screwed. Can new crowns be made to the shape of my previous bite. I was fine until the top was done

Baran Bardakci, DDS · Answer

Hello,If your dentist gets a digital impression before starting the treatment proccess, your final crowns and bite will imitate your own natural teeth. But if digital impression was not taken, the result will depend on your dentist's technique and expertise. 
Best,Baran Bardakcı

Jenny Citrin, DMD · Answer

It is understandable to be concerned if your bite feels uncomfortable during the temporary phase.
1. Temporary vs. Permanent Crowns: Discomfort with temporary crowns often signals that adjustments are necessary before moving on to permanent ones. Your bite should feel natural and comfortable in the temporary phase to serve as a reliable guide for the final restorations.
2. Communication with Your Dentist: Clear communication with your dentist is essential. Share how the change in your bite after the top teeth were prepped has affected your ability to eat. Emphasize that removing the temporary crowns relieved your discomfort, indicating a potential issue with how your bite was established in the temporary stage.
3. Maintaining Your Old Bite: Depending on the required changes, it may not have been possible to maintain your original bite while achieving the necessary results. Discuss this possibility with your dentist for a better understanding of your specific case.
4. Possible Solutions: Adjusting Temporary Crowns: If your bite still feels off, ask your dentist to make further adjustments or even remake the temporary crowns before proceeding with the final restorations.
5. Seeking a Second Opinion: If your current dentist is unwilling to address your concerns, consider consulting another dentist, ideally one with experience in complex restorative work or additional training in occlusion from experts like Dawson, Kois, or the Clinical Mastery Series.
Final Thought: You have the right to feel comfortable and confident in your dental treatment. Do not proceed with the permanent cementation until you are sure that your bite feels correct and comfortable.

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