What Do I Do If My Dental Crown Breaks or Falls Off?

Dental crowns are versatile tooth-shaped caps that can repair or strengthen a tooth for 15 years or more. However, these durable solutions are not invincible. A dental injury from a contact sport or a bad habit like chewing on pen caps can suddenly damage or knock loose your dental crown and expose the vulnerable tooth underneath. To help you stay calm in this potentially scary situation, your Grafton dentist explains what steps you need to take if your dental crown breaks or falls off.