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Question:
I have a crown on my first bicuspid located on upper right jaw. It is supported on both sides by the canine and the 2nd bicuspid. I only have the opposing bicuspid on the lower right. The rest of the molars and 2nd bicuspid have been removed on the lower right.

The left side of my mouth does not provide any chewing due to missing teeth so the right bicuspid area is my major chewing area. I have had this crown for less than two years and it is now loose. I have read that crowns last on average from 5 to 15 years.

I do not smoke and I occassionally chew gum. I don't believe the tooth ground with its opposer with the jaw closed...if so it was a very natural feel. I think my dentist is a good guy and has always done quality work. I just want a second opinion on whether this looseness in the short timespan is unusual given the general condition of my teeth. ...Andy in IL

Answer:
Considering the load and work that that tooth is doing, you're probably lucky you've had it so far. Even if a tooth does not touch its opposing it does not mean it's not working hard in your mouth. There are muscles, ligaments, chewing and other forces tugging at it. Go to your dentist, ask him to give you a credit for the crown he did and get more definitive treatment. Get your bite straightened and save what teeth you can.

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