{"id":473,"date":"2025-04-04T18:51:30","date_gmt":"2025-04-04T18:51:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/?p=473"},"modified":"2025-05-27T18:54:00","modified_gmt":"2025-05-27T18:54:00","slug":"3-questions-help-determine-when-to-replace-crown","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/2025\/04\/04\/3-questions-help-determine-when-to-replace-crown\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Questions That Can Help You Determine When It\u2019s Time to Replace Your Crown"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-300x200.png\" alt=\"A dental crown resting on a fingertip with plaster models in the background\" class=\"wp-image-474\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image-300x200.png 300w, https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/image.png 388w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>You might remember your dentist saying something about eventually needing to replace your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/dental-crowns.html\">dental crown<\/a> when you first received it. This makes sense \u2013 after all, nothing lasts forever. But you also know that these restorations can last anywhere between 10 and 15 years, sometimes longer. So how will you know it\u2019s time to make an appointment with your dentist?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes it helps to simply ask the right questions! Here are three things you can ask yourself to determine whether your crown needs to be replaced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Is Your Crown Uncomfortable?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If the area around your dental crown is more sensitive than usual or aches when you chew, you most likely need a replacement. Discomfort like this is usually caused by one of two problems: a crown that doesn\u2019t fit quite right or one that is chipped or cracked. In both scenarios, the vulnerable tooth underneath your crown is more exposed to the elements than it otherwise would be, resulting in increased tenderness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are Your Gums Showing Signs of Irritation?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Maybe they\u2019re a bit delicate to the touch, or maybe they\u2019re red and puffy. If it\u2019s time to replace your dental crown, your gums may even start to recede. Once again, damage or an improper fit can irritate your pink oral tissue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Alternatively, there\u2019s a chance you might have gum disease \u2013 particularly if you don\u2019t brush and floss on a regular basis. When your gumline seems agitated, it\u2019s best to ask your dentist for an emergency appointment, just in case.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Do You See Obvious Wear and Tear?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Small chips, dents, or even discoloration can indicate your crown has seen a lot of wear and tear. If you\u2019re not satisfied with how your restoration looks, that\u2019s a good enough reason to request a replacement. Plus, trying to push a worn out crown to the breaking point can result in dangerously jagged edges or painful toothaches, so getting a touch-up sooner than later is also in your best interest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you answer \u201cyes\u201d to any of these three questions? Then call your dentist today! While getting an updated dental crown isn\u2019t always a same-day urgency, it\u2019s a good idea to make the swap as soon as possible. Even if it does turn out that your crown has several more years of life left, your dentist can help you diagnose and treat your symptoms. Contact them for all your oral needs, and they\u2019ll make sure you\u2019re well taken care of!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/meet-dr-fisher.html\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/meet-dr-fisher.html\">Dr. David M. Fisher Jr.<\/a><\/a> has been in the dental field for over 20 years, and still enjoys helping his patients improve their oral health and confidence. As a dentist who has placed many dental crowns, Dr. Fisher would be happy to help you determine whether it\u2019s time to replace yours. If it is, he\u2019ll use his eye for dental aesthetics to make sure your new restoration looks just as seamless as the first! To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.fisherdds.com\/contact.html\">contact<\/a> his office, call 336-288-1242.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>You might remember your dentist saying something about eventually needing to replace your dental crown when you first received it. This makes sense \u2013 after all, nothing lasts forever. But you also know that these restorations can last anywhere between 10 and 15 years, sometimes longer. 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