I had a root canal & crown put in 2000. In jan 2011 I began having issues with that front upper tooth, an Odor was coming from it and a metal taste. I had a re-root canal done and was put on antibiotics for an infection that spread. Smell went away but returned this may 2012. I got a teeth clean & that didnt help. I'm told I have a crack in my crown, I get a new one and a clean. Smell on gum is still there. Bone is decaying, requesting implant to be done but will that help? Whats causing odor?
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It sounds like you probably have a small pit in the enamel which has picked up some stain and usually does not require any treatment. However, if you are concerned I would have your dentist have a look at it and set your mind at ease.
ZIrconia crowns are used a lot now because they have tremendous strength. But almost every material can be broken or chipped when placed under the wrong conditions.
Typically if it's four front incisor teeth, they are made as single separate crowns. Occasionally and rarely, sometimes there...
If the tooth turns black under your temporary crown, it is because of micro leakage, and the fit of the temporary crown is not perfect. Most often if you used peridex or chlorohexidine, also or stained foods and drinks, that also contributes to color of black under temporary crown.