What Normally Happens:
Capped or filled baby teeth still have their natural roots, and these roots gradually dissolve (resorb) as the permanent teeth push through.
So even with dental work like crowns (often stainless steel) or fillings, the teeth will typically loosen and fall out naturally at the expected age.
🔍 A Few Things to Watch For:
Damage or Decay: If the reason for the crown was extensive decay, keep an eye on the tooth to ensure no infection develops.
Tooth Doesn't Fall Out on Time: In some cases, the crown can make the tooth structure a bit stronger, and the tooth might resist falling out even after the permanent tooth starts erupting. A dentist may need to help extract it.
Crowns May Fall Off First: Sometimes the crown comes off before the tooth itself does — this is not a problem unless it causes discomfort.
🦷 When to See a Dentist:
If the capped tooth is painful, swollen, or doesn’t loosen when expected.
If the permanent tooth starts coming in but the baby tooth isn’t falling out, the dentist might recommend removal.
