Management of Teeth Fractures

What is a Tooth Fracture?

A tooth fracture refers to a break or crack in the tooth structure, which can range from minor chips to severe breaks affecting the root. These injuries often result from trauma, biting hard objects, grinding, or untreated cavities that weaken the tooth over time.

Common Types of Tooth Fractures

Understanding the type of fracture helps in determining the best treatment approach. Common types include:

• Craze Lines: Tiny surface cracks that are usually painless and cosmetic.
• Chipped Teeth: Small pieces of enamel broken off; may need smoothing or bonding.
• Cracked Tooth: A deeper crack that can extend into the pulp; may cause pain and sensitivity.
• Split Tooth: A complete split, often due to untreated cracks; usually requires extraction or complex treatment.
• Vertical Root Fractures: Start at the root and may not show symptoms until surrounding tissue is affected.

Symptoms of a Fractured Tooth

• Sharp pain when chewing or biting
• Sensitivity to hot or cold
• Swelling of the gums around the affected tooth
• Discomfort that comes and goes
• Visible crack or chip

Diagnosis and Evaluation

At The Dental Specialists, our doctors use advanced diagnostic tools such as:

• Digital X-rays
• Intraoral cameras
• Cone Beam CT (CBCT) scans

These technologies help identify even the most subtle fractures, ensuring accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.

Treatment Options

The treatment for a fractured tooth depends on the type, location, and severity of the fracture:

• Dental Bonding: For minor chips and cracks
• Dental Crowns: For restoring strength and appearance of severely damaged teeth
• Root Canal Treatment: When the fracture affects the pulp or nerve
• Tooth Extraction and Replacement: For non-restorable fractures
• Onlays or Inlays: For moderate fractures where full crowns are not needed

Why Choose The Dental Specialists?

• Multidisciplinary Team: Endodontists, Prosthodontists, and Oral Surgeons under one roof
• State-of-the-art Technology: For precision diagnosis and treatment
• Painless, patient-centered approach
• Custom treatment plans and transparent communication

We aim to restore not only your tooth but also your confidence and comfort.

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If you suspect a tooth fracture or have suffered a dental injury, don’t wait. Early intervention can prevent complications and save your tooth.