While having your dental crown fall out is rare, it can happen, especially as the crown ages or if the tooth underneath experiences decay. Luckily, the Boise Family Dental Care team is here to provide expert assistance.
The first thing to do when your dental crown falls off is to remain calm. While losing a crown can be stressful, by staying calm, you can complete the following steps accurately and confidently:
If a crown falls out, your first step should be to make an appointment with Boise Family Dental Care. You can call us or complete our online contact form, and our team will get back to you as quickly as possible.
Take some time to look over your crown and assess the level of damage. If there isn’t a tooth inside the crown, our team may be able to reattach it. If the crown and your tooth come dislodged, this may require a longer appointment with our team as we learn more about what may have caused the issue and decide on an effective solution.
You will want to bring your crown to the dentist to show them what happened. Remember to clean your crown and put it in a plastic bag to bring to your appointment.
Since crowns protect damaged teeth, you will want to ensure your tooth still has the protection it needs before you can get a replacement. This means avoiding hot and cold foods and chewing on the opposite side of your mouth.
Generally, having your dental crown fall out is not a dental emergency. However, if the jagged edges of your tooth without the crown are sharp, you should seek emergency dentistry services, as you are at risk of cutting your tongue and cheeks inadvertently.
In the rare case that you swallow your dental crown by accident, you should call a medical doctor immediately. They can perform an X-ray to make sure you simply swallowed instead of breathing in your crown.
At Boise Family Dental Care, we’re here to meet all your dental needs and offer many different types of dental crowns. If your dental crown fell out, our team will quickly schedule an appointment at our office to replace your crown and restore your smile as soon as possible. We invite you to schedule an appointment to experience the Boise Family Dental care difference for yourself!