So, you've been to the dentist and had your tooth prepared for a crown. Now you're waiting for the dental lab to fabricate it. Chances are you have a temporary crown until the permanent one is ready. The "temporary" will have cosmetic value in maintaining the appearance of your mouth. It will also serve some important functions, such as maintaining the proper space and bite relationships with adjacent and opposing teeth.
Often the temporary crown will be made of an acrylic-type material to match the shade of your other teeth. It is not intended to last very long, only until the permanent crown is in place to give the tooth long-lasting protection.
If you wait too long to have your permanent crown seated, the temporary crown may wear and allow the tooth underneath to move. If this happens, the permanent crown may not fit properly. Keep your appointments!
If your temporary crown comes off, this is more of an annoyance than an emergency - don't panic. Very likely it will go back in place and stay until you can schedule an appointment. Even if it doesn't bother your, don't leave it off for a long period of time - the tooth may shift.
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