{"id":505,"date":"2025-09-05T14:27:11","date_gmt":"2025-09-05T14:27:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/?p=505"},"modified":"2025-10-17T14:29:07","modified_gmt":"2025-10-17T14:29:07","slug":"what-does-getting-a-dental-crown-feel-like","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southridgedental.com\/blog\/what-does-getting-a-dental-crown-feel-like\/","title":{"rendered":"What Does Getting a Dental Crown Feel Like? Will It Hurt?"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you have never had a dental crown<\/a> before, then you might be a bit hesitant about getting one. Although your dentist recommends it, it\u2019s understandable that you\u2019re worried about any pain. Thankfully, it\u2019s helpful in restoring your tooth while being a simple treatment. To help you feel more at ease about the whole thing, here is what you can expect from the process and ways you can relieve any discomfort you might feel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

How Will My Dentist Prepare My Tooth?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

It typically takes two appointments to get a dental crown. On your first visit, your dentist will prepare your tooth. They will remove a small amount of enamel from the top and sides, so that the restoration can sit more comfortably and seamlessly. However, you will be numbed with a local anesthetic. If you are especially nervous, then conscious sedation<\/a> may be offered. While your provider works, you should feel little to no pain but many experience pressure instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Once your tooth is ready, you\u2019ll get digital impressions taken. This will create a model of your teeth that a dental lab will use to craft your permanent crown. It takes about two weeks for this to happen, so you\u2019ll have a temporary one fitted to protect your tooth. Most people have some sensitivity for the first few days as they finish up this appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

When your final restoration is ready, you\u2019ll be back to have it placed with a stronger dental cement. Your dentist will double-check the fit and color, and then bond it on when it\u2019s all good. You might feel some slight pressure and sensitivity again, but it should be easily managed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Can I Do About Any Discomfort?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While you may experience some discomfort, that doesn\u2019t mean there isn\u2019t anything you can do about it. Here are some easy tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n