Problem with my root canal treatment affecting my confidence and my lifestyle advice
Q. Following an accident about 18 months ago one of my front teeth was knocked out- this was able to be replaced by a doctor in A and E. I then had root canal treatment on the tooth by my dentist. Unfortunately the tooth was not replaced straight and is alot more forward than the one at the side of it and slightly overlaps. Since the accident my confidance has been significantly affected. I find I cover my mouth when I laugh or smile. Also I have recently noticed movement in my gum when I bite down on the tooth- im concerned the tooth will crack or fall out and so I tend to eat on one side of my mouth away from the effected tooth. Are there any solutions available to restore my confidance in my smile and with eating food again? Thank you.
A. Yiu need not suffer. I would advise that you consider having a dental implant retained crown. This is a permanent fixed option and is the next best thing to having your real tooth. It sounds as though the tooth is on it’s way out- but I obviously cannot say for sure without seeing you personally and assessing the tooth in question. I recommend that you see your dentist who can refer you for a consultation with an implantologist. Alternatively, I would be more than happy to offer you a free consultation at my kissdental practice. Good luck
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