Dental crowns can last for many years with healthy habits, but sometimes things go wrong, and the crown loosens. Often this is due to biting directly into sticky foods with the restored tooth or using it as a tool to twist off caps or open packages. Often, we never learn what caused the restoration to loosen.
If your crown falls off, I urge you to call my dental office to schedule an appointment. If you notice swelling or have tooth pain, I need to see you as soon as possible.
As an emergency dentist in Colorado Springs, I recognize that these symptoms are signs of a potential infection.
What to Do If Your Tooth Crown Falls Off
I recommend the following to protect your tooth:
- Clean the crown with warm (not hot) water.
- Call my dental office immediately.
- Avoid chewing on the exposed tooth.
- Take an over-the-counter pain reliever if you feel pain.
You can temporarily top the treated tooth with the crown using a mild adhesive, such as denture paste. Never use glue or anything not intended for the oral cavity.
I will replace the crown with dental cement if possible. However, sometimes dental crown damage is extensive, and you’ll need a new restoration.
You Have a Loose Crown: What to Do?
It’s always best to call my dental office to have the crown re-cemented before it falls out, if possible. Waiting until it falls out puts the underlying tooth at risk because a loose crown allows bacteria to penetrate the tooth.
If your temporary crown fell off, I can typically recement it until your new restoration arrives.
Contact My Dental Office Today
If your crown fell off in Colorado Springs or is damaged, contact a member of my dental team at (719) 426-2362 to schedule a repair or replacement. Remember to ask about my exclusive membership plan and financing options. I accept most insurance plans.