Can you reshape a gold crown?
Q.
I recently got a gold alloy crown fitted on one of my tooth. When closing the jaw, it wasn’t very comfortable as the crown was too high. So the dentist used one of the instruments to heat the top of the crown and adjust the height.
I recently got a gold alloy crown fitted on one of my tooth. When closing the jaw, it wasn’t very comfortable as the crown was too high. So the dentist used one of the instruments to heat the top of the crown and adjust the height.
On returning home, the surface of the crown looks smooth on the sides but on the top it looks rough which I guess is due to manual adjustment.
My understanding was that the height of the tooth is reduced so that the crown fits over it and is in level with the neighbouring teeth.
My concern is that heating the top of the crown might have created a tiny microscopic hole that might over time lead to bacteria seeping in.
Is it common procedure to reshape the gold crowns?
A.
Dear Enquirer,
It is quite common to make small adjustments on the biting surface of the crown at the fit appointment in order for it to be completely comfortable.This is normally done using a polishing wheel on a drill and not by heating the crown.
If you are still concerned about a hole on the crown, do go back to your dentist so they can check it and reassure you.
Regards,
Sunita
Dear Enquirer,
It is quite common to make small adjustments on the biting surface of the crown at the fit appointment in order for it to be completely comfortable.This is normally done using a polishing wheel on a drill and not by heating the crown.
If you are still concerned about a hole on the crown, do go back to your dentist so they can check it and reassure you.
Regards,
Sunita
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