Harrisonburg Lost / Broken Dental Crown

Get help when you break or lose a dental crown!

What causes dental crowns to break or fall out?

• Biting down on hard, sharp, or sticky foods

• Impact accidents like car accidents

• Knocked loose playing sports

• Came loose on its own — it’s rare but possible!

Can’t find your lost dental crown and wondering if you swallowed it? Surprisingly, swallowing lost crowns is actually pretty common. Crowns are made of non-toxic material and will pass naturally. Contact us and let’s make a plan for replacing your crown ASAP.

Avoid cracking or losing your crown with these tips:

• Brush your teeth twice a day

• Floss daily, including the gums around your crown

• Maintain your twice-a-year dental exams and cleanings

• Be careful to avoid biting down too hard on seeds and pits

If your crown is broken, that does not necessarily mean you need a new one. It is possible to repair some broken dental crowns. If you do need a new dental crown, we can help you with that, too!

When you visit our Harrisonburg office, we’ll use x-rays and other tools to determine what happened and plan the best next steps. 

More FAQs about lost and broken dental crowns

What should I do if a temporary crown falls off?

Temporary crowns are often placed while waiting for a permanent crown to be made. This temporary crown maintains space for the permanent crown and provides protection for the underlying tooth. If you lose this temporary crown, call our office right away.

How much does it cost to fix a broken crown?

Most forms of dental insurance do include some coverage for procedures like dental crowns. For those without dental insurance, we offer an in-house savings plan which includes 15% of your treatment. 

Contact Harrisonburg’s dentist for repairing broken crowns

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