Quick Care for Chipped or Broken Teeth
A broken tooth can occur unexpectedly during the bite or from a fall. It may start off small but may develop over time into sharp edges, tooth sensitivity, and pain when eating. At Smile Collective, all our efforts aim at making sure you remain comfortable when addressing the problem. In case a tooth breaks, it will leave the inner tooth layers exposed. Such an exposure leads to increased sensitivity to heat, cold, or pressure on the affected tooth. As such, immediate attention becomes necessary. Early action will ensure safety and prevention of more damages.
However, the severity of each breakage is always unique. Hence individual assessments are necessary in order to provide the appropriate treatment.
How to Take Care of Broken Tooth
The procedure is meant to be simple and easy-going especially considering the discomfort you might be going through.
Consultation
We start off with understanding how the tooth was broken and symptoms associated with it.
Diagnosis
This involves the examination of the tooth and surrounding area. Imaging is used to diagnose any deeper cracks in the tooth.
Immediate Protection
In this stage, we concentrate on protecting the exposed tooth and reduce sensitivity.
Customized Treatment
We recommend the appropriate care. The treatments may range from bonding, filling or crowns.
Follow-Up Care
Monitoring of the recovery and follow-up care is provided.
Frequently Asked Questions
Understanding can be helpful in case of a broken tooth.
What should be done when a tooth is broken?
It is recommended not to chew on that side and see the dentist as soon as possible.
Is a broken tooth always painful?
Pain differs from person to person but sensitivity is experienced once the inner tooth layer is exposed.
Is it possible to fix a broken tooth?
Yes, depending on the level of damage; it can be fixed using the available treatments.
Is a broken tooth an emergency?
It is recommended to seek immediate dental care to avoid complications.
