Having actual work tomorrow for the first time since 2019

[zombiegroupie]

I have a bunch of Cerec crowns and covers that have failed
I saw the new dentist earlier this month and she seemed very understanding and patient. However that was just a cleaning and exam
Tomorrow I’m getting a new crown where one of them broke. She said she has to reshape and prep my tooth, I will be numb. If it has already had a crown once will it be less invasive this time? Take less time? I’m getting nervous now. I really hate being numb. Thankfully is my upper teeth so I know it’s not full numbness

 

[letsconnect]

Hi @zombiegroupie, my memory is that it is less invasive, but it may still take a long time if the crown is bonded well. Most of the time is just spent getting rid of the old crown, so it's not actual tooth that's being touched, just the existing crown (not part of your body). Obviously I can't guarantee that it will be the same for you, but I did find it a lot less invasive and there is a lot less prep. But the best person to ask is of course your dentist because she knows what she's planning on doing!

Keeping my fingers crossed for you for tomorrow - all the best and let us know how you got on!

 

[zombiegroupie]

Oh I think all of the old crown fell off and broke! The little nub that is there must be my actual tooth - I think? I really hope it isn’t too uncomfortable. I also struggle a lot with having to have blocks or dams placed in my mouth but hoping this doesn’t require those

 

[letsconnect]

I don't see a reason why it would require either of those - a dam would just be in the way and some people might like a block to rest on if they have difficulty with keeping their mouth open, but I don't think it would be a routine thing to use for a crown replacement?

It sounds as if there's very little prep to be done, so in all likelihood the prep will be straightforward and quick! The "modelling" (impressions) and "sculpting" (temp crown) parts afterwards might take a little longer, but it should be pretty relaxed. A skilled dentist will make the experience a lot less stressful anyway, and it sounds like you've found a good one. Good luck for tomorrow

 

[zombiegroupie]

Today is the day. Now I’m getting nervous ! This dentist does specialize in gag-free (or something) dentistry so I hope she is patient if I start to have a wobble in there