{"id":673,"date":"2025-10-30T20:46:02","date_gmt":"2025-10-30T20:46:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/?p=673"},"modified":"2025-10-30T20:46:02","modified_gmt":"2025-10-30T20:46:02","slug":"lost-dental-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/lost-dental-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"Lost Dental Crown? Here\u2019s What You Do!"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Crown-4-Small-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Dental crowns\" class=\"wp-image-674\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1.499267935578331;width:300px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Crown-4-Small-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Crown-4-Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Crown-4-Small-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Crown-4-Small-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/Crown-4-Small-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Dental crowns are custom caps that are placed over the chewing surface of the damaged teeth to prevent additional harm. While this restoration is very strong, it isn\u2019t completely resistant to damage. It isn\u2019t unheard of for dental crowns, especially older ones, to fall out. This may not be the most urgent <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a> out there, but it\u2019s important that you have the issue addressed as soon as possible. Continue reading to learn about how you should handle this situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Call Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as your crown falls out, you should look for it. If it\u2019s still in your mouth, take it out. You need to carefully clean the area where the crown was. Be especially gentle because the area may be sensitive. Give your dentist a call at your earliest convenience to schedule an urgent visit. If you are experiencing pain, let them know.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Examine the Area<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You should look at the inside of your crown and remove any debris if you can. Check that none of your natural tooth broke off and became lodged in the crown. Run your tongue over your underlying tooth to carefully check for sharp edges. You don\u2019t want to accidentally hurt the soft tissues in the mouth. If your crown is hollow, you can try to place it back on your tooth for the time being. Check with your dentist to see whether or not adhesive should be used until you can get to the office.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Be Careful<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Until you go to the dental office, you need to avoid both chewy and sticky foods that could cause additional damage. Chew on the opposite side of your mouth and only eat soft food until the issue has been resolved by your dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Go to the Dental Office<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When your appointment rolls around, your dentist needs to take a look to see whether or not your crown can be put back in its place or if you need to have a new one custom-made for you. Either way, they will thoroughly clean the area and cement the crown or temporary crown in place. If you need a new crown, you will need to come back a few weeks liker to have your permanent restoration placed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have lost your dental crown, follow the steps listed above. Your smile will be good as new in just a matter of time!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Darby Creek Dental, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/david-w-cleveland-dds.html\">Dr. David W. Cleveland<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/deric-r-budendorf-dds.html\">Dr. Deric R. Budendorf<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/kyle-s-wylde-dds.html\">Dr. Kyle S. Wylde<\/a> work together to treat patients in the Marysville area. With their combined experience and expertise, patients can get pretty much anything they need under one roof. If you lost your dental crown, they\u2019d be happy to help. To learn more about dental crowns or to schedule an appointment, visit their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.darbycreekdental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (937) 644-8822.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Dental crowns are custom caps that are placed over the chewing surface of the damaged teeth to prevent additional harm. While this restoration is very strong, it isn\u2019t completely resistant to damage. It isn\u2019t unheard of for dental crowns, especially older ones, to fall out. 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