Lost filling or crown

Experiencing a lost filling or crown emergency in Queens NY? Bayside Dental Arts, under the expert care of Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev, provides prompt treatment to protect your tooth.

Why is a Lost Filling or Crown a Dental Emergency?

• Protection Loss: Fillings and crowns protect the tooth's inner structures.
• Pain and Sensitivity: Exposed tooth can be sensitive to temperature and pressure.
• Potential Damage: Tooth structure can be further damaged.
• Shifting Teeth: Adjacent teeth might shift.
• Infection Risk: Exposed area is more susceptible to bacteria.

What to Do Before Your Emergency Dental Appointment:

• Locate the Lost Filling or Crown: Rinse and bring it with you.
• Over-the-Counter Pain Relief: Manage pain with pain relievers.
• Dental Cement (Temporary): Try to cover the exposed area if you have it.
• Avoid Chewing on the Affected Side: Protect the vulnerable tooth.
• Keep the Area Clean: Rinse gently with warm water.

Emergency Treatment for a Lost Filling or Crown at Bayside Dental Arts:

At Bayside Dental Arts in Queens NY, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev will assess the situation and provide the appropriate treatment:

• Recementing the Crown: If intact and fitting, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev may recement it.
• Fabricating a Temporary Filling: To protect the tooth and reduce sensitivity.
• Designing and Placing a New Filling or Crown: Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev will create a custom restoration.
• Root Canal Therapy: If the loss led to infection or pulp damage, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev may perform this.
• Tooth Extraction: In severe cases, Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev may need to extract the tooth.

If you have lost a filling or crown in Queens NY, don't delay in seeking emergency care at Bayside Dental Arts with Dr. Andrey Ilyabayev.