AboutMark Bornfeld DDS Expertise I can respond to all questions dealing with the practice of dentistry, from both the dentist`s and patient`s perspective. I am knowledgeable about all dental disciplines, from cosmetic dentistry to surgery, from restorative dentistry to root canal treatment. I have strong opinions about controversial issues in dental practice, including those topics which directly impact on the reputation of the profession in the eyes of both the lay public and our health profession colleagues.
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Past/Present clients Editor, Queens County Academy of General Dentistry newsletter; contributor to Dentistry.com 29 years practicing general dentistry partnered with brother Steve as one-half of the DentalTwins®
Question I had a crown put in today (porcelain over metal). I went shopping afterwards to waste time. I was told not to eat for an hour and enjoy. Five hours and a sandwich later. The crown is loose and moves a little. I can see where it has lifted on one side. I could flip it off with my tongue if I wanted to...Could it be that not enough adhesive has used? or it did not cure correctly? Is it common for one to have to return on the next day after having a crown put on?
Answer Dear Tisha,
There are several possible reasons for a freshly-cemented crown to loosen so quickly, and insufficient cement is only one of them. Other reasons include using cement that fails to set for one reason or another, poor crown fit, or improper shaping of the tooth in preparation for the crown. Regardless of what the reason may be, your narrative suggests that the fault lies with your dentist rather than with you.
There's no point speculating-- you clearly need to return to your dentist to determine what went wrong and rectify matters so that you can chew on that new crown with confidence that it won't loosen again.
Good luck!
Mark Bornfeld DDS
www.dentaltwins.com
Brooklyn, NY
