my gums are receeding and crowns dropping do i need new crowns

Q. Hello i would like some advice regarding replacing crowns i had 4 crowns fitted about 20 years ago i had no problems with them , but i had new ones fitted about 5 years ago due to receding gums,after about 6 months one of the crowns seemed to be dropping, i was told this was the root of the tooth. it has continued to drop, i changed dentists and was told i should not have been given new crowns as i have a gum disease i would have to have a plate. i have changed dentists again and was told i need new crowns i am worried the tooth will drop again would i be wasting my money on crowns or was the other dentist right and i should have a plate?

I would apreciate some advice as i really dont know what is the right decision to make , i dont want to pay out a lot of money and 6 months down the line be in the same situation. many thanks for your time in replying to my question

A. It is definitely in your best interest to hold on to the teeth you have as long as you possibly can. I recommend that you book an appointment with a Periodontist to assess your gum and bone levels and there findings will give you a good idea whether it is a beneficial to change the crowns now or to whether some attention to the gums is needed first.

Kind regards
Dr

Dr Justin Glaister Umbrella 11 Harley Street, London, W1G 9PF Web: www.umbrellasmiles.com Tel: 020 7612 9810 View My Profile Dr Glaister

Leave a Reply