Yes! You should be able to chew and eat food comfortably after your dental crown is permanently placed. If you're experiencing discomfort while biting or chewing with your crown, contact your team at Waters Family Dentistry, as we may need to adjust it.
There are a few foods to avoid to protect the health and longevity of your crown. Avoid sticky, chewy, or hard foods that could pull off your crown. As with your natural teeth, you should avoid biting directly into hard foods that cause damage or fractures to your tooth.
Other Tips for Caring for Dental Crowns in Anderson, SC
Here are some other tips and things you can do at home to care for your dental crown.
- Consistent daily brushing — Brushing your teeth twice per day and flossing once will protect the health of your crown. Your porcelain crown can't decay, but the remaining tooth structure underneath can.
- Avoid chewing ice — Munching on ice can damage your natural teeth and restorations.
- Routine dental checkups — Don't forget to schedule your preventive teeth cleaning and checkup with Dr. Waters. He'll screen you for tooth decay and monitor the health and function of your crown.
Contact Waters Family Dentistry at (864) 226-6278 if you have questions or need to schedule an appointment.