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When it comes to the oral health of you and your family, you probably have many questions. We welcome them because we love providing guidance about good dental health.
There are some questions we here frequently, and we have included some of them here. But if you have a question that is not answered here, feel free to contact us. You can call our practice for an immediate answer.
Crowns and Bridges
Yes—you should continue to brush your teeth even if you've lost a crown. You'll need to brush gently and carefully around the open space, being careful not to irritate your gums.
You should also contact your Charlestown dentist as soon as possible. We'll need to assess your situation and determine the best way to restore your smile.
If your crown is not damaged, we may be able to replace it back into its home. Otherwise, we may need to make a new crown to replace it and restore your smile and dental health.
To protect your dental health, continuing your regular oral home care routine is essential while restoring your smile.
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Losing a restoration like a dental crown or filling can cause sensitivity and pain and damage neighbouring teeth if not treated. So, even if you don't experience pain or sensitivity, repairing your tooth is essential.
Our team is here for you when emergencies like a crown falling off arise, so don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns about dental crowns in Charlestown.
Routine visits to our dental clinic for professional teeth cleans and exams will also protect your restoration, so please reach out if it's time to arrange your next dental booking.
Our patients often ask us the difference between dental crowns and dental bridges. The answer is simple: a dental crown covers a natural tooth, and a dental bridge replaces lost teeth.
Why Do Dentists Choose Dental Crowns and Bridges?
Dentists use dental crowns and bridges to improve a person’s smile, function and comfort. However, they have their own unique ways of accomplishing these goals.
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cap covering a natural tooth and protecting it from decay, damage and natural chewing pressures.
A dental bridge, on the other hand, replaces one or more consecutively missing teeth. You can think of a dental bridge as a literal bridge because it fills in the gap in your smile. On either side of the dental bridge are crowns that your dentist adheres to your remaining natural teeth.
Ultimately, a dental crown can work without a bridge, but a bridge cannot work without a crown.
Tooth Crowns and Dental Bridges in Charlestown
If you're interested in learning more about bridges or dental crowns, Charlestown Dental Care provides a range of natural-looking tooth replacement and restoration options, including custom-made crowns and bridges in Charlestown.
Contact Dr. Peter Cameron, your trusted dentist in Charlestown, to schedule your consultation with our team today.
For the most part, you should be able to enjoy most of your favourite foods, but there are certain treats your dentist in Charlestown, NSW may recommend you avoid.
These foods may include:
- Seeds or nuts
- Sticky candies
- Fresh or hard vegetables
- Red meat that is not tender
- Bread
- Ice
Seeds or nuts may cause chipping. Sticky candies can pull on your dental crown. Raw vegetables like thick carrots can be especially difficult to bite through even with natural teeth. Steak may be equally challenging. Chewing on ice is also not a good idea, even if you do not have a tooth crown.
Aside from food, we also recommend never using your tooth crown in Charlestown, NSW as a tool to open a bottle or twist off a lid. This recommendation goes for natural teeth as well.
Aside from the foods you should avoid, it is also essential to maintain an excellent oral care routine at home and visit your dentist in Charlestown, NSW regularly. Exams and cleans may lower your risks for cavities and gum disease and help prevent tooth or crown failure.
If you notice a chip in your dental crown or it loosens, we encourage you to give us a call.
For dental crowns or more information about dental crowns in Charlestown, NSW, we welcome your call. Contact Charlestown Dental Care today to speak with Dr. Peter Cameron, your trusted dentist in Charlestown.