Hole in temporary crown... should I get this fixed?

[annamichellexo]

I recently got a six unit bridge on my upper teeth (for cosmetic reasons, no infection or root canal or anything. perfectly healthy teeth). My teeth were ground down and the temporary was placed on about five days ago. One of the teeth started hurting a few days ago and upon inspection with a mirror I found that there is a hole (about the size of a sesame seed now, it's about twice the size it was yesterday) on the inside part. The crown is just really thin in that area so I think it just wore away somehow. My question is, should I just leave it alone and keep up with brushing, or should I go back to the dentist and see if they can fix it? I get my permanent bridge in a little under a month, so it's quite a bit of time. Is having a hole dangerous to the tooth since it's been ground down? It hurts but I figure that's just because it's exposed. I don't want to get an infection or something and end up needing a root canal. Sorry if this was all over the place but I really don't know how to describe it any other way. Input/advice would be greatly appreciated!

 

[drmins]

It would be better if you can consult the dentist and get it covered well. As the enamel are ground,you need to protect the dentin from getting exposed to food debris or other contamination.

Stay cool. Keep smiling.
dr.mins

 

[sendicott]

How long does it take for a permanent crown to adjust to your bite

 

[MattKW]

A small hole in a temporary crown may be OK for several weeks. The most likely issues that might arise are tooth sensitivity, or the temporary cement gives way and the temp crown/bridge comes off - so in your case, go back. You won't get an infection.
However, a temporary crown is about the same thickness as a permanent crown, so this may indicate that your tooth was not prepared deep enough. Ask the dentist about this too. If you're getting a PFM bridge then it may not be a problem as these can have a metal backing of as little as 0.3mm. But if you're getting a full ceramic bridge, then it must be at least 1mm thick all over.