4 Questions re: Temp/Permanant Dental Crowns...?!
Question: 4 Questions re: Temp/Permanant Dental Crowns!.!.!.!?
1) I had broken off part of my back tooth which already had three fillings within the last 10 years so agreed to 'reducing the tooth' and getting a 'crown'!.!.!.should the dentist have taken an x-ray as routine before ordering a crown!? will he be able to x-ray with the (all ceramic) perm crown!?
2) I have developed gum soreness around the temp crown as if the crown edges are pressing into the gum and can not floss normally as the temp crown is too close to the tooth in front!.!.!.will the permanent be the exact same as the temporary!? I have to pull the floss through immediately after eating as it is so uncomfortable!.!.!.
3) Are crowns 'warrented' !?
4) Can they be replaced if the fit turns out wrong or too painful to the gums over time or is the only choice then to pull the tooth!?
THANKS for any helpful info!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
2) I have developed gum soreness around the temp crown as if the crown edges are pressing into the gum and can not floss normally as the temp crown is too close to the tooth in front!.!.!.will the permanent be the exact same as the temporary!? I have to pull the floss through immediately after eating as it is so uncomfortable!.!.!.
3) Are crowns 'warrented' !?
4) Can they be replaced if the fit turns out wrong or too painful to the gums over time or is the only choice then to pull the tooth!?
THANKS for any helpful info!.!.!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Answers:
1!. It is wise to take an Xray of a tooth before crowning it to check for decay, root formation, periodontal problems, or abscesses!. It also helps legally cover the dentist should you have problems at a later date - it shows the state of the tooth prior to the crown!. However, many dentists don't take pre-op Xrays!. He can still Xray thru most ceramic crowns, depending upon their radio-opacity!. This is a preferable characteristic of crowns, but not an absolute necessity!.
2!. It is probably not the tightness that is causing gum soreness and flossing difficulties, but rough edges of the temp material!. It could also be the extruded temporary cement that hasn't been removed!. The permanent crown should be much, much better, and indistinguishable from a real tooth!.
3!. Nothing can be warranted, or the dentist could find that his legal insurer would not cover him!. However, a good crown on the right sort of tooth can last a lifetime!. Roughly speaking, they are expected to last 10+ years!.
4!. If they do not fit properly they should be remade ASAP!. A slight adjustment at the time of fitting is common, and a follow-up telephone call a few days later from the dentist is sensible!. Having a crown made on a tooth that has been repeatedly damaged over the years is not without risk - the nerve may "die" in about 5% of cases, necessitating a Root Canal Therapy or extraction!. This is an accepted risk factor and is not necessarily the fault of the dentist!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
2!. It is probably not the tightness that is causing gum soreness and flossing difficulties, but rough edges of the temp material!. It could also be the extruded temporary cement that hasn't been removed!. The permanent crown should be much, much better, and indistinguishable from a real tooth!.
3!. Nothing can be warranted, or the dentist could find that his legal insurer would not cover him!. However, a good crown on the right sort of tooth can last a lifetime!. Roughly speaking, they are expected to last 10+ years!.
4!. If they do not fit properly they should be remade ASAP!. A slight adjustment at the time of fitting is common, and a follow-up telephone call a few days later from the dentist is sensible!. Having a crown made on a tooth that has been repeatedly damaged over the years is not without risk - the nerve may "die" in about 5% of cases, necessitating a Root Canal Therapy or extraction!. This is an accepted risk factor and is not necessarily the fault of the dentist!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
Usually x-rays are taken before any crown procedure is done, each dentist is different and has their own treatment plan method!. The soreness around your gums is from the temp crown!. Sometimes the edges are not as smooth as the gum tissue would like them to be causing irritation!. No, your permanent crown will be much better, your dentist takes impressions for an exact fabrication as where temporary crowns come in an assortment of sizes and the dentist tries to make it fit as best as he or she can!. Your 3rd and 4th question is something that you would have to consult with your dentist about, they are the only ones that can make the judgment call on that!.Www@Answer-Health@Com
1) A new xray Just before a crown is not necessary and they can take an xray after
2)Temps are not the same as the perm!. When flossing dont bring it down!. When you get the floss between you teeth you have to pull it though or the temp can fall off
3) ask if there is a warranty when you get your perm on most warrent them for 5 years
4)Yes sometimes the impressions are not good enough for the lab to make the "perfect" tooth for you!. Dont be afraid to tell them if it doesn't feel perfect!. and when you leave the office you can call and get it readjusted
side note** crowns will not last forever take great care of them and they will last alot longer!
Good luck!Www@Answer-Health@Com
2)Temps are not the same as the perm!. When flossing dont bring it down!. When you get the floss between you teeth you have to pull it though or the temp can fall off
3) ask if there is a warranty when you get your perm on most warrent them for 5 years
4)Yes sometimes the impressions are not good enough for the lab to make the "perfect" tooth for you!. Dont be afraid to tell them if it doesn't feel perfect!. and when you leave the office you can call and get it readjusted
side note** crowns will not last forever take great care of them and they will last alot longer!
Good luck!Www@Answer-Health@Com
it sounds like the temporary crown is too big for your tooth which is causing you pain around the gum area!. This is not okay and should not be the case when he cements the perm!. crown on!. you can run into problems down the road if so!. xrays do help with crown position, but taking impressions are what is ideal in this case!. and if anything should happen to your crown that is up to your dentist but he should repair any damages!. if the fit is not right, esp!. if it is too large he SHOULD fix the crown!. dentist make sure the crown fits before cementing it on, make sure everything feels right at that time!. hope I was somewhat of a help :)Www@Answer-Health@Com