{"id":36,"date":"2024-05-31T20:29:25","date_gmt":"2024-05-31T20:29:25","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/?p=36"},"modified":"2024-05-31T20:29:45","modified_gmt":"2024-05-31T20:29:45","slug":"what-to-do-if-you-lose-a-dental-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/what-to-do-if-you-lose-a-dental-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"Coping with a Missing Dental Crown: What Are the Next Steps?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Losing a dental crown can be a stressful and unexpected experience, especially if you\u2019re out and about when it happens. These prosthetics are essential for protecting weakened teeth and maintaining a healthy and aesthetic smile. If your crown falls off, it\u2019s important to act quickly to prevent further damage and ensure you can get it repaired. But what are you supposed to do? Read on to find a step-by-step action plan to help you recover your smile<\/a> quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1. Stay Calm and Find Your Crown<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

First and foremost, stay calm. Losing a dental crown isn\u2019t an immediate danger and it can be fixed! Carefully spit it into a tissue or container if it\u2019s still in your mouth to avoid swallowing it. If the crown fell out somewhere, check the area where you were when you noticed it was missing. It\u2019s better if you find it, but if you don\u2019t it\u2019s okay!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Inspect, Clean, and Call<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Rinse your crown and check it and the exposed tooth for any visible damage like cracks, chips, or sharp edges. This information will be useful when you contact your dentist\u2014which you should do now. Let them know what happened, the state of your crown and tooth, and if you\u2019re in pain. Your dentist will set an appointment time for you to come in and have it replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Protect Your Exposed Tooth<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An exposed tooth can be sensitive and vulnerable to damage. To protect it while you wait for your appointment, avoid chewing on that side of your mouth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you still have the crown, you can apply a small amount of dental cement, which is available at most drugstores, to temporarily reattach it. Avoid using household adhesives or glue, as these can be toxic and make the problem worse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you don\u2019t have your crown, use a small amount of dental wax to cover the exposed tooth and change it twice a day to avoid bacteria and plaque buildup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Go to Your Appointment<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

During your visit, your dentist will assess the condition of the crown and the underlying tooth. Next, they\u2019ll decide if the crown can be reattached or if a new one needs to be made. In some cases, additional treatment, such as a root canal, may be necessary if there is significant damage or decay. Whatever the case may be, once you\u2019ve seen your dentist, you\u2019ll be in good hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Losing a dental crown can be inconvenient, but with the right plan, you can manage the situation and get your grin back promptly. By following this guide and taking preventive measures, you can maintain a healthy smile and avoid future crown catastrophes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

About the Author<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Sikander Singh<\/a> is a lifelong learner and dental expert with a doctorate from the University of Pennsylvania School of Dental Medicine. He enjoys seeing his patients light up at the sight of their new smiles and strives to provide a comfortable environment for their care. Call (717) 755-4143 to schedule an emergency appointment at Aesthetic Dental Arts or visit the website<\/a> to explore other services.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Losing a dental crown can be a stressful and unexpected experience, especially if you\u2019re out and about when it happens. These prosthetics are essential for protecting weakened teeth and maintaining a healthy and aesthetic smile. If your crown falls off, it\u2019s important to act quickly to prevent further damage and ensure you can get it […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-36","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=36"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":39,"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/36\/revisions\/39"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=36"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=36"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.aestheticdentalarts.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=36"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}