Temporary Dental Crowns: An Expert Guide

Why Temporary Crowns Matter

Once a tooth is shaped for a crown the tooth needs protection. The exposed area can feel sensitive especially when something cold touches the tooth and chewing directly on the tooth is not an idea. The temporary crown protects the tooth.

Another useful part that people often overlook is the crown. The dentist can use the crown to see how the tooth sits in the bite. If the temporary crown feels too high when the mouth is closed the temporary crown can be adjusted before the permanent crown is made.

What Your Temporary Crown Should Feel Like

A little sensitivity is also common. Strong pain is not something to simply put up with. If the temporary crown feels loose the bite suddenly feels wrong. The tooth becomes increasingly painful contact the dentist rather than wait for the permanent appointment.

Eating With a Crown

• Sticky sweets should be avoided because they can pull at the temporary crown when the tooth is not expecting it.

• Hard foods should be approached with caution especially if the tooth naturally chews on that side without thinking.

• Softer meals feel easier on the day when the tooth can still be a little tender.

Try to chew on the side whenever possible. If the temporary crown feels tugging, stop chewing. Testing the crown twice offers little benefit.

Brushing and Flossing

Keep cleaning around the crown. The gum still needs attention and plaque gathering around the edge can make the area sore.

Flossing needs a change. Slide the floss out from the side of snapping it upward. This reduces the chance of pulling the crown loose. It takes a seconds longer but it is worth it.

When Something Doesn’t Feel Right

A crown that comes loose does not automatically mean something terrible has happened. However it does need attention. Keep the crown safe if it falls out and call the dental practice for advice.

Severe pain, swelling or a temporary crown that repeatedly moves when the mouth bites should not be ignored. The same applies to an edge that keeps cutting the tongue or cheek.

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