Should a crown go to the gum line?

A crown is placed over the entire visible surface of a tooth down to the gumline. This is essential to help prevent harmful bacteria from leaking underneath your restoration. If a gap forms between the gum tissue and the restoration, it's a sign your crown no longer fits.
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Should a crown meet the gum line?

Where Should the Gingival Margin of a Crown be Placed? The margins for crowns should be placed supragingivally—that is to say, they should be placed at or above the gum line. If they're placed slightly below the gumline, they shouldn't go more than 0.5mm beneath the surface.
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How do you tell if a tooth crown is not fitted properly?

Crown Is Loose

Ideally, a dental crown should be firmly bonded to your tooth. It shouldn't move any more than your other teeth (which is very slight movement for healthy teeth). If the crown can move around on top of the tooth, it's a sign that it's not fitted correctly.
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Should I be able to feel the edge of my crown?

A crown should not affect the contact you have with your other teeth unless there has been a specific purpose with that in mind. Therefore, when you chew it should feel like it was always there, it should be comfortable and not give you any discomfort to chewing.
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Can a crown be placed incorrectly?

Another common crown problem involves the improper placement of the crown over the affected tooth. In some cases, if the crown has been poorly fitted, it will impact your bite. You may find that when you clench your teeth, your crown is uneven, causing a wonky bite, which can cause discomfort in the future.
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How long before a crown feels normal?

The patient may feel the new crown bulkier immediately after placement eventually the patient gets adjusted to the new crown in little over 2 weeks. If it doesn't feel good after that also he may need to visit the dentist office again.
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What happens if my crown is too high?

If your dental crown is too high or improperly positioned, that may result in moderate to severe pain in your tooth when biting down. If your bite feels off after getting a crown and you feel pain when biting down, you may want to consider asking a dentist if the crown is loose or if it needs to be adjusted.
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Why is my gum swollen around my crown?

The swelling arises due to the collection of pus around the tooth crown or root. Trauma – swelling of the gums can also appear in case they become injured during contact sports, or when a sharp object gets stuck between the tooth and the gum.
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Why is my gum sore around my crown?

You might notice pain and sensitivity if the gums around your crowned tooth have receded and exposed part of the tooth's root. Gum recession can be caused by harsh brushing. When gums recede, they're more vulnerable to plaque buildup and gum disease.
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Why does my crown hurt when I put pressure on?

If a crown is placed over an old filling, this pressure may also result in infection, as the bacteria from the old filling may leak into the nerve, causing pain and discomfort, especially after root canal or crown treatments.
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What happens to a tooth under a crown?

When a tooth that is not covered with a crown is exposed to acids, the time it gets to eat away at the tooth is limited, since it is washed away by saliva. That means a tooth under a crown is more susceptible to decay than one that is not if the prosthetic becomes compromised.
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Do crowns shift teeth?

Your Crown Does Not Fit Properly

Your crown could be too wide for the space and exert too much pressure on the neighboring teeth, causing them to shift. This could also lead to discomfort when you chew and difficulty flossing your teeth effectively.
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How many times can a crown be replaced?

Porcelain crowns, which are the most popular as they are the least expensive, last up to 15 years. Metal crowns have a lifespan of around 20 years or longer. Gold or Zirconia crowns can last a lifetime.
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How long does it take for your gums to heal after a crown?

Recovery: It will take approximately 7-10 days before the stitches will be ready to remove. Next, the gums will need time to heal, which takes about 3 months. Follow-up treatment: It is important that you wait until the gums are healed before any additional work can be done.
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How do I know if my crown is too big?

If the crown is too big (too tall), it would be the first tooth that hits and prevents your other teeth from touching the way that they are supposed to. It is often necessary to make minor adjustments to the occlusion (the biting surface of the crown) to accommodate the bite.
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Why do I have a black line around my crown?

In most cases, a black line around a dental crown is a direct result of the crown's composition. Many crowns are made of porcelain fused to metal (PFM). Such crowns have a tough metal shell on the inside, which is surrounded by porcelain.
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Can a permanent crown be removed and put back?

It is very rare that an old crown can be saved or reused since it will typically need to be cut into sections as it is removed from the tooth. For your comfort, the tooth and gum tissue will be numbed with a local anesthetic during this procedure.
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Can a crown irritate the gums?

A dental crown can potentially irritate the neighboring gum tissue, leading to inflammation and also gum recession which can cause pain and sensitivity. You can avoid irritation and prevent gum recession by carefully following the aftercare instructions provided by our dentist.
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How do I know if I need a root canal after a crown?

Persistent tooth pain is one of the signs that you may need a root canal. The pain in your tooth might bother you all the time, or it might go away from time to time but always return. You may feel the pain deep in the bone of your tooth. Or you may feel referred pain in your face, jaw, or in your other teeth.
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How long are gums inflamed after crown?

Most of the time, your sensitivity will subside within a week or two. In rare instances, it could take several weeks. If your bite feels uneven, you have persistence pain or pressure, or you have other questions or concerns, please call our office at 617-723-6300. (617) 723-6300.
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Why does my tooth hurt under my crown?

If a root canal was not performed on your tooth before your dental crown was placed, the tooth still has nerves running to it. Your crown could be putting pressure on a traumatized nerve and if an infection occurs, it can be painful.
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Should your tooth hurt after a crown?

Some sensitivity is normal after this procedure, but you should visit a dentist for a check up after the procedure to ensure your crown fits perfectly, especially if persistent pain or sensitivity occurs. It's also possible that your crown, particularly if you've had it a while, is damaged or coming loose.
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Can a dentist grind down a crown?

Before a crown is placed, the remaining tooth must be ground down to accommodate it. Usually this means grinding it down (after your dentist has taken an impression if necessary). Some of the healthy tooth will probably be ground away to allow the crown to fit properly.
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Why do crowns hurt months later?

Nerve Problems

The resulting discomfort ranges from mild tenderness to excruciating pain, which may be caused by biting down or exposure to hot and cold temperatures. You might notice symptoms of nerve problems shortly after having the crown put on or even months after the procedure.
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Can getting a crown cause a root canal?

Crowns are used if the damaged area is larger and needs a different solution. Sometimes the pulp inside a tooth that had a crown installed will eventually become infected and a root canal will become necessary. This could be any length of time after the crown is installed, 5, 10, 20 years later.
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