Reattaching a Crown or Bridge

Sussex Emergency dentist can offer immediate assessment and recementation of a loose crown or bridge. Contact us today to book an appointment, or give us a call now. We offer same day appointments at our centres between 9 and 5, Monday to Friday.

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.

Arrange an appointment with Sussex Emergency Dentist if:

  • 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

  1. 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.
  2. Cleaning
    • Both the crown and the tooth are cleaned thoroughly to remove any old cement, debris, or plaque.
  3. 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.
  4. Placement
    • The crown is carefully positioned over the tooth and pressed down to ensure it seats properly.
  5. 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.
  6. 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

  1. 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.
  2. Cleaning
    • The bridge and the abutment teeth are cleaned thoroughly to remove any old cement, debris, or plaque.
  3. 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.
  4. Cement Application
    • A dental adhesive or cement is applied to the inside of the bridge and the prepared abutment teeth.
  5. Placement
    • The bridge is carefully positioned over the abutment teeth and pressed down to ensure it seats properly.
  6. 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.
  7. 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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