Although teeth are very strong, they can break under certain circumstances. Tooth enamel can sometimes be fractured or chipped by bad oral habits like chewing on hard items or munching on ice. Individuals who grind their teeth while sleeping or using their teeth as tools when opening things are at a heightened risk of suffering a fractured tooth. Restorative dentistry Marco Island treats damaged or fractured tooth to prevent severe complications and prevent bacteria from thriving in the location of a damaged tooth.
Many things can cause teeth to crack, such as:
You have a better chance of saving your cracked tooth if you get it treated sooner by your dentist. If you don’t get it treated immediately, the damage will only get worse over time, and it allows bacteria to enter the softer layer of tissue under the enamel and soft inner part of the tooth. The bacteria will lead to an infection and an abscess, a pocket of infected material can form. Abscesses can cause pain and if your broken tooth is left untreated, the infection can spread to other parts of your body, which can cause serious complications.
Treatment for a cracked tooth depends on the location and the extent of the damage. Treatment options include:
Don’t wait for complications to occur before having your cracked tooth treated. Island Paradise Dental offers all types of restorative dentistry Marco Island procedures. If you have issues with a broken, cracked, or chipped tooth, schedule an appointment with us.
239.642.3233239.642.3663islandparadisedental@gmail.com1120 North Collier Blvd., Suite 208 Marco Island, FL 34145
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