I got three new crowns last November. Since then, my dentist re-cemented one crown twice and another crown three times. Both crowns are loose again. The last time my dentist re-cemented the crowns, she said that I could get the crowns replaced with dental implants. Surely, I don’t need my teeth replaced with dental implants just because my dentist can’t keep the crowns on. Is there another method or material I can suggest to my dentist? – Kenneth from Tempe, AZ
Kenneth,
We understand your frustration. However, you shouldn’t suggest anything to your dentist after he multiple attempts to re-cement your crowns. We recommend getting a second opinion from a skilled cosmetic dentist.
Why Do Dental Crowns Loosen?
A dental crown may fall off due to the tooth’s shape beneath it. If a dentist tapers or grinds away too much tooth structure, it is challenging for a tooth to retain the crown. You may need new crowns, which may also require a dentist to build up the teeth, depending on how aggressively your dentist tapered them.
Despite advanced bonding agents, a dental crown is susceptible to falling off if a dentist over-tapers a tooth.
Don’t accept crowns that repeatedly fall off. Ask your dentist for a refund. You can report your experience to your dental insurance company or the state dental board if your dentist hesitates to refund you for faulty crowns.
Schedule a consultation with a skilled cosmetic dentist.
Baton Rouge family dentist Dr. Ryan Perry sponsors this post. Please read about how he strives to provide his patients with the best care possible.