I had a temporary tooth attached 32 years ago. I am extremely afraid of dentist. I get panic attacks and more. This tooth has got metal butterfly looking wings on each side that attach to the back on each tooth beside it. On the bottom, very front of my mouth. (Where your two little teeth should be they put one large tooth). It finally came unglued and the thought of a trip to the dentist literally makes me sick. What can I do to glue it back myself?
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I am sorry to hear that, but this is not your job to do, you need a dentist to do that treatment.Even if your temporary is loose and you can take it off with your fingers it is best that you see your good dentist.Temporary crowns need to be cemented by your dentist with an appropriate temporary...
If the crown is a temporary crown it is not unusual to have some sensitivity or discomfort while in place. This can usually be handled with over the counter medications but can be bad enough a more power painkiller is needed. If the crown is the permanent crown and you are having...
I would contact your dentist's office and see if there is another dentist covering while your dentist is away. If no one is covering the office ask if there is another local dentist that they work with that can help. If you leave the post/crown in its current state it is easier for...