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Can Multiple Bite Adjustments Cause Hives and Ruin My Crowns?

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Last June, my dentist placed 10 zirconia crowns, which have been adjusted several times to correct my bite. After the second adjustment, hives broke out on my gums and inner lips. My bite still doesn’t feel right. I’m wondering whether grinding through the finished surface of the zirconia could have ruined my crowns and released something that’s now irritating my mouth. Will the adjustments eventually ruin my crowns? Thanks. Tyler from Kissimmee, FL

Tyler,

Zirconia is exceptionally durable, which makes bite adjustments difficult and sometimes uncomfortable. Grinding zirconia to adjust your bite can be a demanding process for both you and your dentist.

While it’s understandable to worry about an allergic reaction, true zirconia allergy has not been documented.  Sensitivity to zirconia dust would usually fade once the dust clears. If sensitivity to zirconia were the cause, symptoms would likely have appeared even before adjustments began. Your symptoms align more closely with burning mouth syndrome, which is often associated with stressful, intense dental experiences.

Consider Getting a Second Opinion

The bottom of a hollow dental crown with a dental stick holding it
Precise tooth preparation and quality impressions help crowns fit well.

You described having ten crowns and a bite that still doesn’t feel right. A healthy bite allows the teeth to meet evenly and the jaw muscles to stay relaxed. Disrupting the balance can cause muscle spasms, leading to headaches, jaw pain, and TMJ-related symptoms. Persistent bite problems can also trigger stress, which can manifest as hives.

Advanced bite analysis isn’t emphasized in general dental education, so dentists who focus on this area pursue additional training through institutes such as:

  • The Pankey Institute
  • The Dawson Academy
  • Spear Education
  • The Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies

Finding a dentist with this specialized background for a second opinion may help determine the cause of your misaligned bite and how to resolve it. After a qualified dentist restores your oral health, the hives may improve as well.

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How Much Ibuprofen Can I Take for Dental Pain?

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I got 8 porcelain veneers and three crowns three weeks ago. Since that time, two crowned teeth and my lower jaw have hurt. I’ve talked to my dentist on the phone, and she recommended taking ibuprofen because she completed most of the work in one appointment. I’m concerned because I have taken 800 mg of ibuprofen every 6 hours for the past 2.5 weeks. My stomach is upset. I’m generally healthy and usually don’t need over-the-counter or prescription medicine. How much ibuprofen do dentists usually recommend? How much longer might it take for the discomfort in my teeth to calm down? Thanks. Bayleigh from IL

Bayleigh,

We understand your concerns and recommend getting a second opinion right away.

How Much Ibuprofen Can You Take for Dental Pain?

Taking ibuprofen for an extended time can damage your liver or your kidneys. According to GoodRX,1,200 mg of over-the-counter ibuprofen is the maximum daily dose. However, the maximum daily dose for prescription ibuprofen is 3,200 mg per day, depending on the health condition it treats.  Instead of taking ibuprofen for ongoing dental pain, find a dentist who can resolve the source of your discomfort.

How Long Will You Feel Pain After Getting Dental Crowns or Veneers?

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You should not feel lingering discomfort after getting cosmetic dentistry work.

After getting dental crowns or veneers, you may feel tenderness for a few days. However, lingering pain after cosmetic dentistry is not normal.

Schedule an appointment with an advanced cosmetic dentist if you have lingering pain after cosmetic dentistry treatment. The dentist will take X-rays and examine your teeth and dental work to identify the cause of your discomfort. It is essential to resolve the issue so you can discontinue ibuprofen.

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.

Bleeding and Peeling Gums Between My New Crowns

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For the past two months, I’ve been bleeding and peeling gums between my center front teeth. The two teeth and the two behind them on either side are crowns. I asked my dentist for a certificate of the alloys, but the assistant gave me a piece of paper that said the crowns were GC LiSi Impress. Is this product causing an infection? If so, I would rather not return to my dentist. I’m afraid to schedule an emergency dentist that I don’t know. This is frustrating. – Brianne from Tampa

 

Brianne,

Ten dental crowns for various tooth positions on black glass
A skilled cosmetic dentist will ensure your dental crown matches your surrounding teeth.

If all your crowns are made of the same material, you should react—inflammation or discomfort—near all the crowns, not just the center front one. GC LiSi Press is ceramic — is a high-density lithium disilicate, and we cannot find credible, documented allergies to the material. We are unaware of a dental allergy causing bleeding, but something may be irritating your gums.

Food particles or something else can sometimes get trapped on an overhand behind a dental crown. Floss thoroughly around and behind the crown to remove anything that is trapped. If you feel a ledge beneath your gum tissue while flossing, it is an overhang that your dentist must correct.

Rather than schedule an emergency dental visit, schedule an exam and X-ray. You and the dentist would not accomplish much during an emergency visit anyway. Look for a dentist with advanced cosmetic dentistry training to see if either dental crown is causing bleeding and peeling gums.

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.