Do crowns get cavities?

The crown material won't decay, but the margin where the tooth meets the crown is a hotspot for plaque. I track my dental routine on my health app to ensure I floss that area daily. Regular dental hygiene is key to making sure the natural tooth underneath stays healthy.

I thought spending a bomb on a crown meant I was immune to cavities there. Turns out, the real tooth underneath can still rot if you don't brush properly. Great, now I have to worry about my fake teeth and real teeth at 2 AM.

I literally just had to get my old crown replaced last month because of this! I also thought crowns were safe forever, but food got stuck near the gumline and caused a cavity underneath the crown. Don't ignore any minor pain or sensitivity around your crowned tooth.

Yes, they can get cavities at the borders. My dentist at the hospital explained that if dental hygiene is neglected, plaque builds up at the edge and destroys the tooth inside. Please go to a good dentist and ask them to check the margins of your crown.

Yes, cavities can form at the base of the crown. With my thyroid issues, I have dry mouth which increases the risk of tooth decay, so I have to be extra careful. Make sure you get regular dental checkups, just like we do regular blood tests for other health conditions.