IS SOMETHING WRONG WITH MY CROWN?
Know what's expected after treatment—and when it's time to contact your dentist
It can take some time to adjust to a new restoration. Not every new sensation means something is wrong.
MAY BE NORMAL
You may temporarily experience:
Mild sensitivity
Mild gum tenderness
A slightly different feeling when biting
Awareness of the new crown
These sensations should generally improve as you adapt.
CONTACT YOUR DENTIST
Speak with your dentist if you experience:
Persistent or increasing pain
Severe or prolonged sensitivity
A crown that feels loose
Chipping or fracture
A bite that feels significantly too high
Persistent swelling
Persistent gum bleeding
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IF YOUR CROWN FEELS LOOSE
Don't try to glue it back yourself.
Keep the restoration safe and contact your dentist as soon as possible.
IF YOUR CROWN CHIPS OR FRACTURES
Contact your dentist for assessment. If a piece has come off, keep it safely and take it with you if requested.
WHEN IN DOUBT
Your dentist is the right person to assess your restoration.
If something doesn't feel right, get it checked rather than ignoring it.