Dental crowns are durable and can last for a decade or longer. However, they eventually need replacing.
Signs your dental crown needs replacing include:
- Restoration Damage: Over time, chewing and general use may cause crown damage or wear.
- Loose or Ill-Fit: A crown may loosen eventually, requiring recementing or replacement.
- Gum Irritation: A loose crown allows bacteria to penetrate the underlying tooth and gum tissue, potentially leading to infection.
About Dental Crowns in Palatine, IL
Dental crowns are tooth or dental implant covers that protect or restore teeth. They are always custom-crafted to match your smile in shade and shape.
Your dentist uses them to cover damaged or at-risk teeth and to top single dental implants. We also use them to connect bridge teeth to natural teeth, and patients sometimes choose crowns to conceal tooth flaws.
How Good Habits Promote Dental Crown Longevity
You can potentially extend the lifespan of your dental crown and most restorations by adopting healthy habits.
- Brush and floss after meals, or at least twice daily, and always do so with care.
- Visit your Palatine dentist every six months for dental checkups and professional teeth cleanings.
- If you have bruxism (teeth grinding), talk to us about a nightguard.
- Always wear a mouthguard when you play sports.
- Don’t bite directly into sticky foods with your crowned tooth or use your teeth as tools.
- Report oral changes to the dentist sooner rather than later, including sore gums and loose restorations.
However, your dental crown will eventually need to be replaced. Fortunately, your dentist evaluates your restorations during every dental checkup and teeth cleaning.
Do You Have a Damaged Crown or Restoration?
To learn more about our treatments and services or to schedule a consultation with the dentist, call us today at (847) 359-7520.
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