My temporary crowns fell off on my 2 last teeth on my lower back teeth, and my crowns won't be ready for another week. The temporary crown broke so I cannot put it back. I have no pain and I'm not chewing on that side. Can I wait the week as long as I'm having no problems?
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Hello there,Your symptoms suggest that there may be an issue with your bite and an adjustment may be necessary. This is not uncommon and would only take 10-15 minutes in the dental chair. Contact your dentist about this, and be sure to tell him/her about any discomfort that you may be...
Hello there,I do not recommend attempting dentistry at home. There is a reason that your crown came off. While it is possible that the adhesive failed, other factors include underlying decay. I would recommend scheduling a complete evaluation with your dentist. Delaying seeing your dentist ma...
Prior to having your full mouth reconstruction, it would have been highly advisable to have orthodontics dental treatment first, prior to placing full mouth crowns. You are trying to correct the skeletal discrepancy of under developed upper jaw bone with fabrication of crowns, in which the teeth...
