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Tooth crown/cap came off
Hello guys, today my tooth cap/crown came off. I had got the dental procedure done 2 years back. Is it ok if i dont get the tooth cap fixed for 2months?. I am currently in Canada and dont want to get any dental procedure done here since it is extremely expensive and will be back in India in couple of months. What issues will i face, if i wait for 2months to get the cap/crown fixed.
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Hello, my advise will be just get it fixed by the local dentist there. Bcos after 2 months the dimensions will change and the cap will not fit .ull have to go for a new one . And wearning a loose crown is risky u may accidently swallow it . So will suggest to get it fixed asap.
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Dear practo user Since you said you don't want to visit a dentist, which, actually doesn't cost too much to fix a dislodged crown, here are some points to consider: 1. Two months is a long period, and changes will occur in your gums and teeth, the space may become smaller and the crown won't fit properly. 2. To avoid this problem, we advise you to replace the crown whenever you can, without any cement, at least for some time of the day,  clench on it, and keep it for some hours. This way, we can make sure the gaps are maintained. You can remove it when you brush, eat , chew or if you just don't like it in the mouth. 3. Completely avoid chewing hard objects on the natural tooth. Be gentle and make sure it doesn't fracture. 4. Maintain good oral hygiene four to five times a day using Betadine gargle mixed in warm saline water. The actual time we tell Our patients whose crowns dislodge, to return to us, is within  48 hours. But you have 2 months. So care has to be taken just to prevent gap closure, and not for normal chewing. Don't use the crown for chewing. Use it when you have time to take care. Clean it well before you place it on the tooth. Clench your teeth and it will seat. Clean your tooth also well before placing the crown. Practise placing the crown several times.
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