At Sarangi Dentistry, we frequently see patients with broken or chipped teeth, and our experienced dental team is well-versed in handling these situations with precision and care. Ensuring your beautiful smile remain evergreen forever, we use new-age restorative dentistry to bring back your smile, and with it, your confidence.
While some see a broken teeth as just broken, we don’t see it like that. There are various reason behind it, and we choose the best treatment considering the severity, and type of the dame.
To give you more insight about the topic, let’s understand about cracked or broken tooth, so you make the right decision.
Understanding Cracked/Broken Teeth
There are various types of cracked teeth, each requiring a different approach:
- Craze Lines: These are tiny, superficial cracks in the enamel that are common in adults. They don’t cause pain and are mainly a cosmetic concern.
- Fractured Cusp: This occurs when a piece of the tooth’s chewing surface breaks off. It typically doesn’t cause significant pain.
- Cracked Tooth: A crack that extends from the chewing surface towards the root. Early diagnosis and treatment are crucial to save the tooth and prevent further damage.
- Split Tooth: A more severe form of a cracked tooth, where the tooth is divided into distinct segments. Unfortunately, a split tooth often cannot be saved intact.
- Vertical Root Fracture: These cracks start in the root and move towards the chewing surface. They may go unnoticed until the surrounding bone and gum become infected.
Five Procedures to Repair Your Cracked or Broken Tooth
Dental Bonding
Composite bonding is a versatile solution for repairing chipped, cracked, or decayed teeth. The process involves roughening the surface of the tooth, applying a conditioning liquid, and then shaping a tooth-coloured resin onto the tooth.
The resin is then hardened with ultraviolet light and polished to blend seamlessly with your natural teeth. Bonding is a quick, cost-effective option that can last up to 10 years.
Veneers
Veneers are thin, custom-made shells that are fitted on the outer surface of your teeth to give it a beautifully shaped and refined look. This is done through removing a little bit of the enamel on your teeth and taking a mold.
Once ready, we fits and bonds the veneers using a special adhesive, ensuring a natural, long-lasting result that improves the overall aesthetics of your teeth.
Crowns
A crown completely covers the damaged or weakened tooth, protecting it from further decay, breakage, or damage. This coverage is essential for teeth that are cracked or have large fillings.
Crowns are custom-made caps that cover the entire tooth, protecting it and improving its appearance.
At Sarangi Dentistry, we use various types of crowns for specific purposes:
- Porcelain-Fused-to-Metal (PFM): Ideal for front and back teeth, combining strength and aesthetics.
- All-Ceramic: Best for front teeth; offers a natural look.
- Gold Alloy: Perfect for molars, durable, and less likely to chip.
- Zirconia: Strong and visually appealing, suitable for any tooth.
- Stainless Steel: Temporary solution, typically for children’s teeth
Root Canal
When a crack extends into the pulp of the tooth, root canal therapy is necessary. This procedure involves removing the infected pulp and nerve, cleaning the inside of the tooth, and then sealing it to prevent further infection.
After the root canal, a crown is typically placed to restore the tooth’s strength and functionality. Contrary to popular belief, root canals are designed to be as pain-free as possible, especially when performed by skilled professionals.
