Treatment guide
Lost filling or crown
A tooth that has lost its filling or crown can feel more sensitive than usual, and some people feel a little anxious about being examined so soon after. Your dentist will explain each step before it happens, from checking the exposed tooth to deciding whether the crown can be re-cemented, so nothing feels sudden. If you are nervous or the tooth is particularly tender, mention this when you book, and extra time can be set aside.
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Why patients consider it
Concerns this treatment is designed to address.
A tooth that has lost its filling or crown can feel more sensitive than usual, and some people feel a little anxious about being examined so soon after. Your dentist will explain each step before it happens, from checking the exposed tooth to deciding whether the crown can be re-cemented, so nothing feels sudden. If you are nervous or the tooth is particularly tender, mention this when you book, and extra time can be set aside.
- You set the pace
If a step feels uncomfortable, especially on a tooth that is already sensitive, tell your dentist and the appointment will slow down or pause. - A gentle check on a tender tooth
Your dentist can adjust pressure and approach around the exposed area, since a tooth without its usual covering is often more reactive than the others. - Nothing is rushed into
Whether the crown can be re-cemented or something new is needed, you will hear the reasoning calmly explained before any decision is made.
What to expect
Every stage, explained clearly.
Settle in first
You are given a moment before the examination begins, which is a good time to describe how the tooth feels and mention any worries.
A careful look at the exposed tooth
Your dentist checks the tooth and the area around it gently, aware that it may be more sensitive without its usual covering.
A calm explanation of what comes next
You will be told what was found and what the options are, whether that means re-cementing the existing crown or planning a new filling or crown.
Before your appointment
Useful things to know.
Will the examination hurt an already sensitive tooth?
Your dentist will work gently around the exposed area and will pause if anything feels uncomfortable. Mention any tenderness as soon as you sit down.
What if I feel anxious about the appointment?
Tell the team when you book. Extra time can be set aside, and your dentist will explain each step before it happens.
Does going slower change what is done to the tooth?
No. The pace adjusts within the same appointment; the assessment and any fix that follows stay the same, and the fee is confirmed before treatment goes ahead.
What if I am not sure what happened to the crown?
That is fine. Describe what you noticed and when, and your dentist will work out the rest during the examination.
Plan your visit
Begin with a clear conversation.
Message the practice about what you have noticed, and the team will arrange a suitable assessment.
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