{"id":119,"date":"2025-06-09T14:50:58","date_gmt":"2025-06-09T14:50:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rowleyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/?p=119"},"modified":"2025-07-16T15:24:36","modified_gmt":"2025-07-16T15:24:36","slug":"dental-crown-what-to-do-if-you-lose-one","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.rowleyfamilydentistry.com\/blog\/dental-crown-what-to-do-if-you-lose-one\/","title":{"rendered":"Your Tooth Exposed: How to Handle a Lost Dental Crown"},"content":{"rendered":"
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It may be shocking to discover that you\u2019ve lost your dental crown<\/a>. What was once covering (and protecting) your weakened tooth has now fallen off, leaving the affected area exposed and vulnerable. What should you do? Instead of descending into panic, consider following these steps to manage the situation until you can get in to see your dentist for help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Can a Dental Crown Fall Off?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Dental crowns can sustain a secure bond for many years (15-20) if properly maintained; however, normal wear and tear will eventually require that you replace them. Continued use over time, though, may cause them to fall off, but this isn\u2019t the only reason for crowns to become detached.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Facial trauma, biting down on something hard or sticky, or reinfection can occur. If bacteria reach the affected tooth, it can cause the crown to no longer fit correctly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Should You Do If the Crown Detaches?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

There are several steps you can take if you discover that your crown has come off, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n