So today, I was told that I need a tooth crown; this would be my second one. Basically, all the molars I have left have amalgams; I am missing two molars from other issues I had years ago, I also suffer from bruxism (teeth grinding) which is grinding off the top of some of my front teeth, and well, my teeth are basically a mess, and it's making me feel old. I'm 49.

I never had fantastic teeth when I was younger but generally fared well. I had a decent row of front teeth and a decent smile. But now it's all a freaking decaying mess.

Sorry, just came here to vent and express how stupid I feel for having a tooth crown making me depressed.