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Over the last six months, you haven\u2019t had any complaints about your teeth. No pain, no sensitivity\u2014nothing. Yet, during your dental appointment, your dentist says it\u2019s time to replace one of your dental crowns. Can it really be time for dental crown replacement<\/a>? How can you know that the time is right for a new restoration? In this post, you\u2019ll learn how to recognize the signs of a dental crown needing to be replaced and how to make your crowns last as long as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Signs Pointing to Replacement<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

When your dentist looks at your crowns, they are watching out for the following:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Age of the Crown<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Dental restorations have a limited lifespan. In fact, most dental crowns are designed to last up to 10 years. After that point, your crown may be on borrowed time and more prone to fail. Once they reach a certain benchmark, it may be time to retire the old crown and bring in a new one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pain or Swelling<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Did you know that bacteria may be more likely to accumulate at the base of a tooth with a crown than a natural tooth? As a result, the gums surrounding the tooth or even the tooth itself may become infected. Issues like gum disease and cavities may be the result of an improperly placed crown or a lack of diligent hygiene. Without treatment, the problem could escalate, causing you pain or your gums to swell and then recede. Depending on your situation, your dentist could potentially salvage the crown, but replacement may be necessary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Damage to the Crown<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Your porcelain crown may be tough, but it is not indestructible. The force exerted from your bite can cause normal wear and tear on your crown over time. If you\u2019re careful and take good care of your crown, it can continue to last for years before it requires replacement. However, if your crown somehow cracks or breaks, it exposes your tooth to bacteria and the risk of decay, which means you need to replace the crown.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ways to Make Your Crown Last<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Although you can\u2019t hold onto your crown forever, there are plenty of ways you can elongate its lifespan:<\/p>\n\n\n\n