What Happens if I Swallowed a Piece of Crown That Broke on a Tooth?

This is something that happens fairly often and frequently people don't even notice that anything is wrong. In fact, sometimes entire crowns are swallowed without a problem. You should check with your dentist soon though, since the crown may have a sharp edge or need replacement.

Usually a small piece of a crown will "pass through" within a few days, completely unnoticed. You should contact your dentist to evaluate the size of the missing piece, and to find out what you need to do now.  It is difficult to repair a crown with any long-term success, so a new crown may be in order.  Good Luck!