Need a Molar Crown and Crossbite Problem
Added: March 05, 2009 - 12:30 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Torrance, CA
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Case Summary
Exam & Consultation
Crown
TMJ / Bite Problems
Teeth: 30
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: april 2008
Last Cleaning: november 2008
Case Description
I am an 29/f who has a molar that has a 10-year old filling on it. The molar broke on the side of it so I was told I need a crown. However, I had 2 molar crowns last year that do not fit properly because of my crossbite. I had to go back to the dentist and fix the problems several. I am looking for a dentist who specializes in crowns that will fit properly when I bite.
Thank you.
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Reply: Need a Molar Crown and Crossbite Problem
added: March 05, 2009 - 12:52 PM
Cost Estimate: $1500 -1750
A crossbite make things a little more difficult but I''''m sure that I could make a new crown that is a perfect fit. - Tom Stelmach, DDS310-659-5399
Reply: Need a Molar Crown and Crossbite Problem
added: March 05, 2009 - 12:53 PM
Cost Estimate: $ No Estimate at this time. Additional information required.
That is not a problem. We do a lot of LAVA all porcelain crowns that are done very nicely and are very comfortable for your fit and bite. We can take care of your problem reasonably and in a timly manner. Please contact our offices at (Laguan Hills 949-831-8100)or (Costa Mesa at 949-574-0100.Thank you
Reply: Need a Molar Crown and Crossbite Problem
added: March 05, 2009 - 1:16 PM
Cost Estimate: $1500
Dear Patient in Torrance. The issue with the crown seems straight forword..The cross bite however needs to be addressed when the crown is made by a laboratory. If they (lab)place it on an articulated Jaw during processing they will make the crown to fit into your cross-bite. The Dentist needs to provide the lab with the proper bite and impressions tho...Good luck. Dr Thomas
Reply: Need a Molar Crown and Crossbite Problem
added: March 05, 2009 - 1:34 PM
Cost Estimate: $1200
A crossbite shouldn''''t affect the way the crown fits in your mouth. We use excellent labs that shouldn''''t have any problem fitting your crown into your existing crossbite. Let me know if I can be of any help.Dr. Matthew 310-670-0659
Reply: Need a Molar Crown and Crossbite Problem
added: March 05, 2009 - 1:43 PM
Cost Estimate: $1,089.00
Sounds like you are looking for a prosthodontist. You can look one up at your area on google. It will cost you more, though. In my experience, any good general dentist can deliver a good crown, so it may have been a combination of your crossbite and perhaps someone not experienced.Good luck
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