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Nervous and Scared Getting my 6 Front Teeth Crowned. - Reseda, CA

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I am VERY nervous and Hesitant to get this...

yellersApril 7, 2016
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I am VERY nervous and Hesitant to get this procedure done with my pretty teeth. I have acid reflex and grinding issues at night, so my gum enamel was being eaten away behind those teeth. A few of my front teeth are bonded but the dentist didn't bond them well...uneven. He said I need to get the 6 teeth capped instead. He wants to do this all in one day. first of all he is 72 years old and I have been going to him for 20 years. I am nervous his equipment is outdated, he is a good dentist...but what if his hands are shaky? He has a big ego and keeps telling me how good his work is and to trust him. I got a 2nd opinion and I am going for one more. Why do I have to get 6 crowns, my teeth look decent. Help?!

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dmiller66202
April 8, 2016
What did your second opinion say? What kind of crowns are you getting -- i.e. will you have temporaries prepared by him (or a dental assistant) while you wait for permanent crowns from the lab? Could you do veneers instead? (I go in Monday to have all my top six teeth pulled and a bridge placed. Very nervous, but mine is pretty much elective. I have one loose tooth and because of mobility, they're all either overlapped or gappy. Right now MY biggest concern is the temporaries I'll wear for two months while I wait for the lab to make my permanent ones.)
yellers
April 20, 2016
He said unfortunately after taking a look behind the teeth that the diagnosis is true. He said it doesn't look bad in front because I have my teeth bonded some of them. That its unfortunate i have a great smile and decent teeth. Yet, that this is the best way to go. He knows my Dentist, and is never heard anything negative about him . I told my Dennis I want maybe all porcelain or ceramic? I don't know what's best?? He said well the metal to something might be better..strength wise.. but we can talk about it once I commit. He said he can take me to lunch whatever you feel comfortable with since I've known him for so long . Is this a big procedure capping six front teeth in one procedure ???
dmiller66202
April 21, 2016
No, it's not a big deal at all! He probably recommended porcelain fused to metal but you might want to consider all porcelain for more natural appearance. Don't freak out! I had my front four pulled plus two crowns a week ago and I'm already over it!
yellers
April 21, 2016
I know I am reacting a little freaked out! I am a strong woman, but this is my smile and my real teeth are getting grinded down to nothing. Six shots and all that drilling and the unknown of how it will look. Can you call me if I give you my number? I am a sweetheart LOL! Just being a baby over this, but it's sitting there for 3 hours. Did you see my picture of my teeth?
yellers88
June 16, 2023
HI! Sorry for the delay, I wrote back when you wrote this and it did not save it. I hope you see this now. Thanks for the feedback, its not that bad I guess once I try to take one day at a time. I am so glad you got it done and over it. HOw was the procedure- were you awake?
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Teddiemc
April 8, 2016

Thanks for sharing your story. I hope you find all the feedback and support you need in this community. Please keep us updated on how your other appointments go.

yellers
April 18, 2016
Thank you!!
yellers
April 20, 2016
The Secunderabad opinion said I need it. Back of teeth are flat. He knows my dentist and said he's never heard bad things and to go back to him.
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Teddiemc
April 20, 2016

Thanks for sharing the feedback. Good luck!

yellers
April 26, 2016
Hello, I have posted comments and accidentally it got posted twice a few times...how do I delete some of my repetitive comments?
dkspaceguitar
April 11, 2016
I would get another opinion. If you are happy with your natural teeth, leave them alone!!!!!!
Ugly natural teeth are way more beautiful than perfect porcelain in my opinion.
dkspaceguitar
April 11, 2016
Let us see some photos, please.
yellers
April 18, 2016
I got a 2 Second opinion and the Dentist said unfortunately it's accurate. He said the enamel was eating way the back of the tooth but unfortunately the front of the teeth are still nice looking. They look a little off on the edges.. but this will help stop from getting root canal's. This is done in one procedure - scary right?
yellers
April 18, 2016
How do I post photos???
dkspaceguitar
April 18, 2016
You should be able to add photos when you make an update or edit your review. Perhaps a community manager would be able to walk you through it.
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Teddiemc
April 19, 2016

It varies depending on what type of platform you're using to upload, but you can read about it here: How to Add Photos to a Review.

yellers
April 20, 2016
I posted a photo-can u see? He said if I wait too long I will need root canals.
yellers88
June 16, 2023
I showed a photo on the post. thanks.
yellers
April 18, 2016
Sorry for the delay! I didn't see this. I think his ego is offended because I'm asking him questions and didn't commit to an appointment yet. I e gone to him 24 years. All of these equipment is not updated it's very old like the x-rays are the radiation type of x-rays . I will have temporaries. He said he wants to make sure I have a good temporaries. He said as soon as you decide if you're going to go with me and trust me, then I'll sit down with you for lunch or whatever you want and we can go over the options. I want all porcelain probably or what's good? He said the veneers won't last because they won't save the teeth..and I grind at night but I have a nightguard I wear all the time now. How did your go?
dkspaceguitar
April 18, 2016
Everyone handles this differently I am sure. For me, I am still trying to make peace with it and I am still in temps. It is what it is now. I'd ask your dentist for before and after photos of cases he has done to make sure his lab can give you what you want.
yellers
April 20, 2016
Was it painful? Are they crowns? How long did it take?
yellers88
June 16, 2023
Very true, thank you! I tried writing back when u posted this, but it didn't save. I need to get it over with and try to make peace with it.
dkspaceguitar
April 18, 2016
Ps. I would trust an older dentist vs a young one. Not knowing yours, you would be the best judge. If he wasn't confident, he would want you to see someone else........ At least we can hope that!
yellers
April 26, 2016
I agree! He is good at what he does. Just aging and not up to date as the others. Yet, this is cosmetic work, so I have to make the choice. I should know best. Aren't you the one who had 2 front teeth pulled and 2 crowns in one procedure?
dkspaceguitar
April 26, 2016
No. That is not me.
UPDATED FROM yellers
10 days pre

Here is a photo!

yellersApril 20, 2016

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dkspaceguitar
April 20, 2016
If it's a must and you can afford to, I would do the top 8 or 10. Only crown what you have to and veneer the rest....
yellers
April 20, 2016
It's a must due to if I leave it alone- it will cause root canals. I only need 6 front teeth done. It doesn't look like it from the pictures - did u see them?
dkspaceguitar
April 20, 2016
They do look healthy from the picture you posted. But, since you have to, plan on a whole new look for your smile. Putting crowns on those teeth is a very different thing from natural teeth. Not making them look the best they can, is a big mistake, because no matter what they won't be natural and that is the only perfect thing!!! Plan on this being a smile makeover and let it enhance your whole world; Stepping up on your dental care and extra care for the rest of your body, mind, and soul!
MaEllaBella
October 14, 2016
Is this before, or after?
UPDATED FROM yellers
8 days pre

Is getting 6 front teeth crowned in one procedure crazy?

yellersApril 22, 2016
I am quite anxious and upset that I was told I have to have this procedure. I have a pretty smile and decent teeth. I had enamel being eaten away behind the front teeth due to acid reflex and grinding. I am a little petrified of how it will look. My smile is my signature! I don't know if I should go to my dentist (old equipment and he's 72 yrs old) or to a new cosmetic dentist for this. I have gone to him for 24 years...what to do? Any good dentists you know in the San Fernando Valley? Is this scary?

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dkspaceguitar
April 22, 2016
Find out who and where your dentists lab is.....
Although both crucial for great results, the lab maybe the most important part of it.
Let us know what you find out. A lot can be said by looking at the labs before and after photos....
Does your dentist have a website?
yellers
April 22, 2016
No, he doesn't have a website. He's old skool. He's a good dentist is on the treasure group...and Lectures all over. Just his stuff isn't updated. Me and my mom have been going to him for years. A few of my cousins go as well. Two of my cousins stopped going to him. He does have a good reputation for a 72 yr old. I will go go one more opinion. I'm anxious, I need to chill. Lol!
dkspaceguitar
May 15, 2016
Any news to report? Upcoming appointments or any other opinions?
dkspaceguitar
August 30, 2016
Did you end up having your teeth done?
yellers88
June 8, 2023
Hi, I had issues with this site and responded but it never saved it. I hope you are seeing this now.. I have not had them done yet, I will be getting them done though the end of the year or beg of next year. I had not found a solid dentist since covid so now I have to get it done. Ugh. Thank you for reaching out.
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Blitzful Deuce
January 6, 2018
Hi, how is it going? I just saw someone in Mexico I plan to have work on me. I am having 28 zirconium crowns put in and possibly 6 root canals. Quote was $9,780. More than $32,000 than here in the US. I wish you the best. I also plan to post pictures.
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