Emergency Dental Care for Lost Fillings or Crowns: Quick Relief and Restoration

A broken filling, or losing a filling or crown can be a frustrating and uncomfortable experience.

Whether it happens while eating, brushing, or unexpectedly, it’s important to address the issue promptly to prevent further damage to the tooth.

At 25 Devonshire Place, we offer emergency dental care for lost fillings or crowns, providing quick relief and expert restoration to protect your tooth and restore your smile. Our friendly team is here to ensure you feel calm and well cared for throughout the process.

What to Do If You Lose or Break a Filling or Crown

If a filling or crown comes loose or falls out, it’s essential to protect the exposed tooth and seek immediate dental care. Here’s what you can do in the meantime:

1. Save the Crown: If possible, try to locate the lost crown. Gently rinse it and keep it in a safe place to bring to your appointment.
2. Protect the Tooth: The exposed tooth may be sensitive to air, temperature, and pressure. To protect it, you can apply dental cement (available at most drugstores) or sugar-free gum to temporarily cover the area. It is also very important to keep this tooth as clean as possible and free of debris.
3. Avoid Hard Foods: Until you see your dentist, avoid chewing on the affected side of your mouth and stay away from hard or sticky foods that could further damage the tooth.

What to Expect During Your Emergency Visit

When you arrive for emergency treatment, we’ll assess the condition of the tooth and the lost restoration. If you’ve brought the crown with you and it’s still intact, we may be able to reattach it. If the crown is damaged or no longer fits, we’ll discuss the options with you to make a replacement. In cases of lost fillings, these will be replaced with a new one if suitable. Our goal is to quickly relieve any discomfort, protect the tooth, and restore its function.

Treatment Options for Lost Fillings or Crowns

• Reattaching the Crown: If the crown is still in good condition and the underlying tooth is healthy, we can clean the area and bond the crown back into place.
• Replacing the Filling: For lost fillings, we’ll clean the tooth and apply a new filling to seal and protect the area from further decay or damage.
• New Crowns: If the crown is damaged or no longer fits, we’ll take impressions to create a new, custom-fitted crown to restore the tooth.
• Further Treatment: In cases where the underlying tooth is decayed or damaged, additional treatment may be needed before the restoration can be replaced, such as a root canal or buildup to support the new crown.

Why Prompt Care Is Important

A lost filling or crown leaves your tooth vulnerable to further damage, decay, and infection. Prompt treatment ensures the tooth is protected and prevents more extensive dental work from being needed in the future. By addressing the issue quickly, we can relieve discomfort and restore your oral health without unnecessary complications.

A Calming and Supportive Experience

We understand that losing a filling or crown can be stressful, but rest assured that we’re here to provide the care you need as quickly and comfortably as possible. Our experienced team will walk you through each step of the process, answer your questions, and ensure you leave with a fully restored smile.