Recently, I had crown lengthening using conventional means (requiring sutures and packing), done by a periodontist. I'm healing well, but it was a huge pain. Now, I'm considering seeing a new dentist who does his own crown lengthening using lasers. Sounds great, and would save me thousands...but I'm finding it difficult to research conventional vs. laser. Can anyone speak to the pros and cons of each? Is laser CL practical and effective?
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Pictures would be very helpful as there are several possible causes for gum inflammation. They include ( in no special order) 1. Lack of proper oral hygiene- brushing/flossing and regular professional cleanings 2. Improper or overcontoured / bulging crowns - your dentist must properly shape the...
You might be thinking of pins rather than posts. Posts are larger and are put down into a root canal to give a better hold for a build up and crown. Pins are smaller and are screwed into the tooth in areas where lots of tooth is missing again to give retention or hold for a buildup....
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Sounds like something, which needs to be checked out by a doctor. It could be that the bite even though it feels better is still high and interfering when you grind your teeth left to right and forward. It is also possible you might be a clentcher or a ...
