How long do dental crowns last for?

So i think im meant to be getting my teeth crowned, but im a bit confused.. How long do they last or how long do you have them for and when there time is up what happens next?!

How long do dental crowns last for?
Well, your dental insurance company will usually pay for a crown to be replaced every 5 years. But, most crowns last much longer than that. I'd say at least 7 to 10 years, but I've seen some that have lasted 20+ years. If the crown ever comes off, it can usually be re-cemented to the tooth. If a crown fails or becomes damaged in the future, it can most likely be replaced with a new crown as long as there is enough tooth structure left to support one.





If you are confused as to what dental work you are having done, you need to call the dental office and clarify the actual procedure. They should explain all of these things to you before you have the work completed.
Reply:I have had 2 permanent crowns done. One lasted for about 10 years and the other has been in for about 6 years. The dentist told me that if I brush and floss regularly (2X a day) that they could last forever. They need to last as long as possible because it is a replacement tooth. The crown I lost was on an upper tooth and it cracked below the gum line. They had to do an extraction - so now I will either need a bridge or an implant in the spot. Leaning towards the implant.





I am not sure why you need crowns - but if it is because of root canals, it's a good idea to get them done because the rootless tooth will eventually get brittle and may crack or need to be pulled.
Reply:Crowns can last 20-30 years. You will need a crown on that tooth for the rest of your life, so at some point dont be suprised to need a new one. When a crown falls off or decay is present, most times you can put it back on, get a new crown, or last resort extraction.
Reply:Properly fitted crowns should last ten years or more, if fitted correctly by a [competent] dentist.
Reply:As long as the root of the real remains of tooth lasts
Reply:well i've got crowns on my teeth...some of them have been there 20 years %26amp; are still fine!