AboutSteven C. Scherr, D.D.S. Expertise Comprehensive Dentistry, TMJ Dysfunction Therapy, and Cosmetic Dentistry. Nineteen years of experience including hospital residency (Sinai Hospital of Baltimore), and training at the Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education. Currently in private rehabilitative practice.
Experience I was the Summa Cum Laude graduate of the University of Maryland Dental School in 1981. I served as a General Practice Resident at Sinai Hospital of Baltimore in 1981-82, and have been in private dental practice since that time. My practice is now located in Owings Mills, MD, a suburb of Baltimore. My studies at The L.D. Pankey Institute for Advanced Dental Education in Florida has enriched my practice and my patients. It was there that I learned the true meaning of excellence.
Question Hello-
I lost about a third of an upper molar on the inside (tounge side) due to
fracturing caused by a very old amalgam filling. No decay or root exposure,
so no pain. Two dentists say tooth can be restored. One says crown, other
gave me choice of crown or composite filling to restore -but says filling may
not last long because that tooth gets alot of chewing action. That same
dentist, after exam and x-rays described tooth as stong on the cheek side,
weaker on the inside. What should I do?
Answer Michael,
You may want to ask if a gold onlay is an option. An onlay offers strong replacement for the missing part of the tooth, without sacrificing the healthy part of the tooth. If too much of the tooth is missing to support an onlay, a crown is typically the best option.
