New RTC#14 old RTC causing infection

[Kennethk]

Dentist claims #14 need RTC which I agree but stating bottom two maybe causing infection I can kind of see it. Also said they wouldn't be able to do one crown at a time on my uppers not sure why.

 

[Dr M]

It does look like your bottom incisors have failing RCT's with recurrent infection. This will need to be sorted out, to prevent spread of the infection to the adjacent areas.
The reason for not wanting to do one crown at a time, is most likely that the dentist wishes to get the best possible aesthetic outcome.
This, however, is not set in stone. If finances is an issue, explain this to the dentist. It is completely possible to do one crown at a time, if you wish.

 

[Kennethk]

It does look like your bottom incisors have failing RCT's with recurrent infection. This will need to be sorted out, to prevent spread of the infection to the adjacent areas.
The reason for not wanting to do one crown at a time, is most likely that the dentist wishes to get the best possible aesthetic outcome.
This, however, is not set in stone. If finances is an issue, explain this to the dentist. It is completely possible to do one crown at a time, if you wish.

I'm also wondering why is it some crowns come out whiter than others. Is it just a material thing? I'm also curious about #15 if the crown looks secure enough torqued down to the implant it's self.

 

[Dr M]

Shade selection is determined by the dentist in combination with the lab tech. The shade, as well as factors such as translucency, is highly dependent on the chosen crown material.
Tooth number 15 looks fine on this x-ray, but to evaluate it more accurately, a peri-apical x-ray is needed.

 

[Kennethk]

Shade selection is determined by the dentist in combination with the lab tech. The shade, as well as factors such as translucency, is highly dependent on the chosen crown material.
Tooth number 15 looks fine on this x-ray, but to evaluate it more accurately, a peri-apical x-ray is needed.

I mean on the xrays it's self I have a bridge that's white on the xrays and two crowns surround the bottom implant

 

[Dr M]

Some crowns appear white due to them being made from porcelain fused to metal or zirconia. Other crown materials like, e-max, appears more translucent. It is only the type of material that is used, that makes a difference in the color