I have an old crown that is metal at the back and is yellow how can I fix this ?
Q. I have a crown that was placed on my front second incisor several year ago. I think it is porcelin in front and metal in back. Since getting this crown I have had braces, and my teeth are now much whiter. This crown is darker and does not go all the way up to my gums. I love my new smile, but hate this one tooth as when I smile all you see is that yellow crown. It looks ugly and unnatural. What are my options for fixing this? I would like it to match the color of my now whiter teeth and for it to fit up into my gums so it looks like my other second incisor. What are my options here? B.L
A. Dear B
Older crowns made with metal often have a poorer appearance and can look grey at the gum margins. Modern crowns are metal free and you should ask your dentist for an “all ceramic crown”. When we carry out single tooth cosmetic crowns I always get my clients to visit one of my dental technicians (the person who makes the crown) so they can get an exact colour match. Do bear in mind that this crown will not change colour so if you are not happy with colour of the other teeth have some tooth whitening first. Your new crown will fit much better.
I hope this helps.
Older crowns made with metal often have a poorer appearance and can look grey at the gum margins. Modern crowns are metal free and you should ask your dentist for an “all ceramic crown”. When we carry out single tooth cosmetic crowns I always get my clients to visit one of my dental technicians (the person who makes the crown) so they can get an exact colour match. Do bear in mind that this crown will not change colour so if you are not happy with colour of the other teeth have some tooth whitening first. Your new crown will fit much better.
I hope this helps.
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