Question 1

broken crown, dentist out of town, can i use a temporary dental repair kit? my dental crown broke into two pieces this morning, and no one's answering at my dentist for some reason. i saw this temporary dental repair kit thing at the drug store. are those

Accepted Answer

If : If it is the porcelain that broke off your crown, just wait until your dentist gets back

the repair kits are not going to fix your crown or the porcelain.

Question 2

is it normal to feel sensitivity when biting down with a temporary dental crown? the tooth has been shaved down by the dentist 4 years after the root canal. the permanent crown broke, resulting in the placement of a temporary crown for the time being?

Accepted Answer

: Yes, it’s common to have sensitivity with a temporary crown. The procedure, the dentist, does 
often irritates the nerves of the tooth.

Question 3

my dental crown fell out and the rod/post bit broke off the crown, what can i do?

Accepted Answer

Call a dentist: You may have to have both post and crown replaced, but an examination will determine that for sure.

Question 4

my crown broke the tooth next to it on the other side i do not have teeth and wear bridge  what i sthe simplest way to handle?

Accepted Answer

Damaged tooth: The simplest way to handle restorative dental problems is to see a General Dentist. Doubtful that crown on one tooth would cause an adjacent tooth to break. Most probable culprit would be decay. Simplest way to replace missing teeth is Bridge, but far from best solution. Talk to your Dentist about implants/crowns. Depending on complexity, referral to a Prosthodontist may be advisable.

Question 5

which type of dental crown should i get ?

Accepted Answer

Crown type: Every dentist has preferred types of crowns they feel best working with.  I love working with pressed e-max.  They are very strong and gentle to opposing teeth.  In my hands they fit and look amazing, however another dentist may not feel as comfortable and prefer gold or a pfm (porcelain fused to metal). They type of crown that is used also depends on the condition of the tooth and tissue.

Question 6

i'm wondering how long should dental crown pain last?

Accepted Answer

No Pain Crown: If the gums around the tooth supporting the crown is still raw, e.g. Due to crown lengthening, it should be better in 3 days if done with a laser-depending on the condition. If pain is coming from the tooth and is still tender to temperature and pressure  after 3 days, call your dentist.

Question 7

can you tell me what to do about dental crown breaking?

Accepted Answer

See dentist: Most likely what has happened is that the porcelain has chipped off the metal substructure. You will probably need to have the crown replaced.  See your dentist to have him evaluate the crown.

Question 8

i'm wondering how long should a permanent dental crown hurt?

Accepted Answer

Tooth ache?: Sensitivity in a tooth with brand new crown is almost normal, it could last, weeks even months. I am talking about a slight sensitivity, that will go away. This different thna paine, and this is bad news, mostable if you need to take  over the counter pain medicines. In that case tooth needs root canal treatment. Ok?

Question 9

what are other options to a dental crown after one falls off?

Accepted Answer

Replace vs Implant: If the dental crown is old and there is the ability to replace it with a new crown that will have longevity then replace it.  If the prognosis is poor becasue of decay or lack of tooth structure, you can have the tooth removed and replaced by an implant.  This has the best long term prognosis.  Sometimes a bridge is an option, but is not the best option.

Question 10

what's a good way to address an improperly placed dental crown?

Accepted Answer

Ask your dentist: Ask your dentist if you can have it remade under warranty.  How old is the crown? Who told you it was problematic?  More details needed....

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Broken crown, dentist out of town, can i use a temporary dental repair kit? my dental crown broke into two pieces this morning, and no one's answering at my dentist for some reason. i saw this temporary dental repair kit thing at the drug store. are those

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Is it normal to feel sensitivity when biting down with a temporary dental crown? the tooth has been shaved down by the dentist 4 years after the root canal. the permanent crown broke, resulting in the placement of a temporary crown for the time being?

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My dental crown fell out and the rod/post bit broke off the crown, what can i do?

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My crown broke the tooth next to it on the other side i do not have teeth and wear bridge what i sthe simplest way to handle?

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Which type of dental crown should i get ?

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I'm wondering how long should dental crown pain last?

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Can you tell me what to do about dental crown breaking?

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I'm wondering how long should a permanent dental crown hurt?

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What are other options to a dental crown after one falls off?

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What's a good way to address an improperly placed dental crown?

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