When I had a badly decayed tooth extracted, I got a partial denture to fill in the gap. I didn't mind it at first, because I was just so happy to have my painful tooth out of my mouth. Over time, I began to get tired of taking it out at night. I asked my dentist if I was could get a dental implant, and he said that my gum disease did not make me a good candidate, but a fixed bridge may be a good option for me. I went with his suggestion, and I have no regrets. I love feeling like I have a real tooth again that I don't have to remove at night. I created this blog to remind other people with a missing tooth that they have many replacement options, and if one is not for you, then try another that may be right.
While a dental crown will help give your tooth some extra protection, the crown itself runs a risk of chipping or cracking if not properly taken care of. The crown is attached to your tooth using a powerful dental cement that, while strong enough to withstand normal wear and tear, is not fail proof. In order to ensure your crown stays intact, make sure to follow these dental crown care tips.
Avoid Eating Sticky Foods
The easiest ways to accidentally cause damage to your crown is by eating foods that are very sticky. This includes gum, caramel, and sugary candy. Sticky foods cause the crown to pull out of the tooth, which can lead to the crown becoming loose over time.
While avoiding sticky foods forever is not very practical, being aware of them will increase your chances of saving your crown. Try to chew sticky foods on the opposite side that does not have a crown, or suck on sticky candies so that they do not touch your teeth.
Take Extra Caution When Flossing
Having a dental crown will not prevent you from your regular oral hygiene routine, such as brushing and flossing, but you will need to take extra care when using dental floss. You want to avoid pulling up on the edges of the crown as you move the floss between your teeth. When you are done flossing next to your crown, pull the floss outward instead of lifting it up and out from between your teeth.
Avoid Very Hot And Cold Foods
Many people with dental crowns report that the crown is more sensitive than their other teeth. This is because a dental crown is made out of materials that easily conduct cold and heat. This will make your crown more sensitive to changes in temperature than it otherwise would be.
Using sensitive teeth toothpaste will not make much of a difference, as your crown will not be able to adsorb the ingredients in the toothpaste. If tooth sensitivity is a problem, avoid eating foods that are either very cold or very hot, or chew them on the opposite to minimize increased sensitivity.
While dental crowns do have an adjustment period as you get used to them, they are for your own good, as they provide your damaged tooth with added protection. If you take care of your dental crown, it will help it last as long as possible while minimize complications.
For more information, contact a local dentist, like Kokkirala Rajeshwer.
Share30 December 2014
