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Dental implants have become a popular and effective solution for replacing missing teeth. However, one potential complication that can arise is bone loss around the dental implant. Bone loss can compromise the stability and longevity of the implant, leading to various oral health issues. In this comprehensive guide, we will explore the causes, symptoms, and […]

Avoid Dairy After Dental Implant Surgery: Fact or Myth? The traditional advice to avoid dairy after dental implants stems from concerns that dairy products can increase inflammation, introduce bacteria to the surgical site, and create a coating in your mouth that traps food particles. However, modern evidence suggests this restriction may be overly cautious for […]

A dental crown doesn't heal because it's not living tissue. However, your tooth and gums typically adjust within one to two weeks after crown placement. Initial sensitivity or soreness should resolve within a few days. Gum tissue around the crown margins heals completely in seven to ten days. At Picasso Dental Clinic, where I've placed thousands of crowns since 2013 treating over 70,000 patients, most people forget about their crown within two weeks as it becomes a normal part of their mouth. Prolonged pain beyond two weeks indicates a problem requiring evaluation.

A black spot on your porcelain crown typically indicates one of four things: decay developing underneath the crown, metal from a porcelain fused to metal crown showing through, staining at the margin where crown meets tooth, or gum recession exposing the metal collar. In my decade treating over 70,000 patients at Picasso Dental Clinic, decay underneath is the most serious cause and requires immediate treatment. Metal showing through or margin staining is cosmetic. You need a dentist to examine it and determine which situation you're facing

True allergic reactions to pure porcelain crowns are extremely rare because porcelain is biologically inert and well tolerated by human tissue. Most reactions attributed to porcelain crowns actually stem from metal allergies in porcelain fused to metal crowns, poor crown fit causing gum irritation, or cement sensitivity. Real allergy symptoms include persistent redness, swelling, burning sensation, metallic taste, or oral lesions around the crown. At Picasso Dental Clinic, where I've placed thousands of crowns since 2013 treating over 70,000 patients, I've seen perhaps three genuine material allergies, all involving metal components rather than porcelain itself.

Porcelain crown costs in Vietnam range from $150 to $600 per tooth depending on the material quality and clinic. At Picasso Dental Clinic, our high-quality porcelain crowns cost between $300 to $500, using premium Japanese and German ceramics that match what you'd find in Western countries. The main price differences come from the type of porcelain used, laboratory quality, and dentist experience. Budget crowns under $200 often use lower-grade materials that stain or chip within a few years, while premium crowns last 15 to 20 years with proper care.