I Don’t Like My Metal Based Crowns Which Make My Teeth Look Black. Is This A Cosmetic Issue?
Q.
My top two front teeth have metal based crowns. The black ( metal) around the top of the teeth is clearly visible and I am getting fed up with people asking why my teeth are black.
I have just been to the dentist today (NHS), as one of them is quite sensitive to hot and cold and the last three days I have experienced discomfort. However, she doesn’t believe there is anything wrong with it, which is great. However, I asked if these could be replaced as the metal is unsightly. She said that as it is cosmetic I would have to pay £275 for each one. Is this true? I thought I could do this on the NHS for a cost of £210 or thereabouts for both or have I just misunderstood?
My top two front teeth have metal based crowns. The black ( metal) around the top of the teeth is clearly visible and I am getting fed up with people asking why my teeth are black.
I have just been to the dentist today (NHS), as one of them is quite sensitive to hot and cold and the last three days I have experienced discomfort. However, she doesn’t believe there is anything wrong with it, which is great. However, I asked if these could be replaced as the metal is unsightly. She said that as it is cosmetic I would have to pay £275 for each one. Is this true? I thought I could do this on the NHS for a cost of £210 or thereabouts for both or have I just misunderstood?
A.
Yes, this is true. Procedures which are considered cosmetic are likely to cost more. It’s only if you have a dental issue which could be considered a health problem that you get free or reduced rates for treatment. I hope this clarifies the matter for you.
Yes, this is true. Procedures which are considered cosmetic are likely to cost more. It’s only if you have a dental issue which could be considered a health problem that you get free or reduced rates for treatment. I hope this clarifies the matter for you.
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This entry was posted on Wednesday, January 8th, 2014 at 4:07 amand is filed under Dr Moore's Answers, Experts Answers, NHS treatments, Q. Dental crowns.
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