Temporary Crowns

Everything is so complicated when you have multiple health issues. My dentist put in some temporary crowns yesterday while permanent ones are being fabricated. I mentioned to him that I will be having surgery this Friday under general anesthesia. Usually the anesthesiologist doesn’t want anything loose in your mouth since it can be knocked off and become a chocking hazard. My dentist wanted me to check if anyone on the surgical team can remove them prior to surgery, or I can remove them myself with a hemostat. Sensing my hesitation about DIY dental work, he offered to take them out the night before if the surgical team won’t do it. I think it’s unlikely that the surgical team wants to be responsible for my temporary crowns. I sent an email to the vascular surgeon’s office to ask but I think I may have to make a late night visit to my dentist’s house after small group tomorrow.