Category: Dental Crowns

Why Do My New Dental Crowns Still Look Gray?

After a fall damaged three of my front teeth in December 2025, I had root canals and crowns on all of them. The first permanent crowns were too large and thick, and the color didn’t match. My dentist replaced them with crowns that were much closer to the color, size, and shape of my natural […]

Tetracycline Stains Are Showing Through My New Crowns

I had bonding on my four front teeth in the early 2000s to cover tetracycline stains. When one of the teeth chipped, I went back to my longtime dentist and asked about getting veneers on my six front teeth. He recommended six crowns instead because he said they could cover the stains better and help […]

Was a Crown Overtreatment for My Front Tooth?

In late 2023, I had a root canal on my left front tooth. The procedure went well, and my dentist recommended a veneer afterward at a very reasonable price. I decided not to have the veneer done at the time. About a year later, the tooth began to darken. I eventually went to another dentist, […]

Should My Dentist Have Checked My Crown Before It Was Cemented?

I relocated last year and went to a new dentist for a crown in July 2026. The hygienist placed the permanent crown, and I was surprised the dentist didn’t return to check it. The crown still feels like it has some movement or “play” and may not fit well. My dentist hasn’t called to check […]

Are You Allergic to the Zirconia Crown or the Glaze?

If you suspect that you have a lithium allergy or sensitivity, you may wonder whether a zirconia crown is a lithium-free option. The answer is not always straightforward because the finished restoration may include more than one material. Understanding how zirconia crowns are made can help you have an informed discussion with your dentist. Why […]

How Can I Do If a Dentist Gave Me Crowns Instead of Veneers?

How do I file a complaint if a dentist told me I was getting veneers but gave me crowns instead? I didn’t realize it until I got a second opinion on my upper right canine that began throbbing after my dentist placed the “veneers.” The second dentist told me that my teeth were ground down […]

Why Would I Need a Crown on a Root Canal Canine Tooth?

I had a root canal on my upper left canine tooth in 20166. My current dentist recommends a crown to prevent the tooth from breaking. However, the tooth is intact, and I feel no symptoms. Do I need a crown? Thanks. Lynn from MN Lynn, Many people assume that every tooth with a root canal […]

Can I File a Claim or Get a Refund for a Worn Out Dental Crown?

I’ve had a crown for 12 years. My new dentist said the crown is in horrible shape, so we began the process of getting a new one. Can I file a claim or get a refund for the old dental crown? Thanks. RL RL, Requesting a refund on a 12-year-old crown isn’t reasonable. A […]

My Zirconia Crowns Look Like White Blocks

My new zirconia monolithic crowns look like white blocks. The crowns are not the color of my natural teeth. My dentist persuaded me to get the crowns for their strength. I’m so disappointed. Am I stuck with these crowns? Thanks. Jaime Jaime Zirconia is a durable, tooth-colored ceramic often used to make dental crowns. Dental […]

Why Couldn’t I Get a Refund If My Dental Crown Was a Wreck?

I got a root canal and crown in 2013. I recently experienced some discomfort with the crown, and my new dentist said it was a wreck, so I got a new one two weeks ago. I called my previous dental office in PA, but they said there is no reimbursement for a crown that old. […]