Crowns and fillings protect weakened or damaged teeth. When they fall out, the underlying tooth structure is exposed to bacteria, temperature sensitivity, and further damage. The sooner you get it replaced, the better the outcome.
Lost Filling
A lost filling exposes the cavity it was protecting. Without it, food and bacteria can pack into the space, causing pain and accelerating decay. The tooth may become sensitive to hot, cold, and pressure.
Lost Crown
The tooth beneath a crown has been significantly reshaped and is fragile without its protective cap. A lost crown leaves the tooth vulnerable to fracture, decay, and sensitivity.
Loose Crown
A crown that rocks or shifts when you chew is about to come off. Don’t wait for it to fall out completely — bacteria is already seeping under the edges and damaging the tooth underneath.
Broken Filling
Old amalgam (silver) and composite fillings can crack or fracture over time. A broken filling that’s still partially in place can trap bacteria underneath, making the situation worse than a cleanly lost filling.
Don’t Wait — Call Today
Every day without a crown or filling, the exposed tooth is at risk of:
- Deeper decay that may require a root canal
- Fracture of the weakened tooth structure
- Infection of the tooth nerve (pulp)
- Increased cost of treatment if the damage worsens
Same-Day Crown & Filling Replacement
With our Glidewell fastmill.io in-office mill, Dr. Anantuni can design, mill, and place a permanent BruxZir® NOW zirconia crown in about an hour — no temporary, no second appointment. Call now to get your tooth protected today.
