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My crown cracked this week, and I want to know how long it can last. The crack is on a lower molar tooth, and I can feel it if I glide my tongue along the side of the crown. I can barely see the crack when I look at the crown in the mirror. I haven’t been to the dentist since pre-Covid, and I cannot relax enough to go before my vacation next week. I prefer to wait until I return in February to look for a dentist and let them know that I can only get work done if I get oral sedation first. How much time do I have before the crown breaks? Thanks. Ella from Austin<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ella,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Lacy would need to examine your cracked crown to determine the extent of the damage. Although the crack may not be an emergency yet, pressure on your teeth as you bite and chew weakens the crown. It will eventually break.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How Long Can You Delay Fixing a Cracked Dental Crown?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

A hairline crack in a dental crown may not be an immediate concern, but how long you can wait depends on the overall condition of the crown. Eventually, you will see the crack and need prompt care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We recommend scheduling an appointment with a dentist this week to assess the damage. Depending on the condition of the crown, the dentist may recommend a temporary crown<\/a> to prevent a dental emergency while you are on vacation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Talk to the dentist about your travel plans and dental anxiety<\/a>. It is better to get a well-made and bonded temporary crown than a weak one that may fall off and leave the tooth unprotected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Look for a dentist with cosmetic dentistry training who can provide a temporary crown to match your natural teeth and ensure it is comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dr. Miranda Lacy, a Plano, Texas dentist<\/a>, sponsors this post.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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