Reattaching a Crown or Bridge

Sussex Emergency dentist can offer immediate assessment and recementation of a loose crown or bridge.

Recementation of a dental crown or bridge involves reattaching the crown or bridge, that has become loose or dislodged from the underlying tooth structure. A dental bridge is used to replace one or more missing teeth by anchoring onto adjacent natural teeth or dental implants. Recementation is crucial to restore the function and aesthetics of a crown bridge and to protect the underlying structures.

Below you will find the procedure followed by Sussex Emergency Dentists for recementation of a crown or bridge that has become loose or dislodged from the underlying tooth structure.

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Your crown or bridge becomes loose or falls off due to issues with the original cement, tooth decay, trauma, or normal wear and tear.
If there is decay beneath the crown or bridge, as it can affect the fit and stability
If over time, the fit of the crown or bridge has changed.
Occasionally, crowns are temporarily cemented to allow for adjustments or to monitor a tooth’s condition before permanent recementation.

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Procedure for Crown Recementation

Examination
- The dentist examines the crown and the underlying tooth to determine the cause of the dislodgement. Any decay or damage must be addressed before recementation.
Cleaning
- Both the crown and the tooth are cleaned thoroughly to remove any old cement, debris, or plaque.
Tooth Preparation
- If necessary, the dentist may make minor adjustments to the tooth or crown to ensure a proper fit. If there is decay, it will be removed, and the tooth will be restored before recementing the crown.
Placement
- The crown is carefully positioned over the tooth and pressed down to ensure it seats properly.
Excess Cement Removal
- Excess cement is removed from around the crown before it hardens to prevent irritation to the gums and ensure a smooth finish.
Final Adjustments
- The dentist checks the crown’s fit and bite, making any necessary adjustments to ensure comfort and proper alignment.

Procedure for Bridge Recementation

Examination
- The dentist examines the bridge and the supporting teeth to determine the cause of the dislodgement. Any decay or damage must be addressed before recementation.
Cleaning
- The bridge and the abutment teeth are cleaned thoroughly to remove any old cement, debris, or plaque.
Tooth Preparation
- If necessary, the dentist may make minor adjustments to the abutment teeth or the bridge to ensure a proper fit. If there is decay, it will be removed, and the tooth will be restored before recementing the bridge.
Cement Application
- A dental adhesive or cement is applied to the inside of the bridge and the prepared abutment teeth.
Placement
- The bridge is carefully positioned over the abutment teeth and pressed down to ensure it seats properly.
Excess Cement Removal
- Excess cement is removed from around the bridge before it hardens to prevent irritation to the gums and ensure a smooth finish.
Final Adjustments
- The dentist checks the bridge’s fit and bite, making any necessary adjustments to ensure comfort and proper alignment.

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