Broken Tooth
Broken Tooth
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Having a Broken tooth can be traumatic, but quick visit to the dentist fixes cosmetic damage and helps prevent long-term problems. Teeth can break from forceful impacts, such as a car accident or sports, or due to dental problems such as large cavities or lost fillings.
Whatever the cause may be, a dental visit is needed either immediately or as soon as is convenient, depending on how badly the tooth is broken.
What Should You Do If You Break Your Tooth?
- Gather the broken pieces and place them in a clean, dry container for transport to the dentist.
- Rinse the remaining tooth with warm water to remove dirt and debris.
- If an injury broke the tooth, place a cold compress on the area to help prevent swelling.
- Call your dentist to arrange an appointment. If you can see yellow dentin or red, exposed pulp, see a dentist immediately.
A examination from your dentist will be able to diagnose the reason for your damaged tooth and devise a treatment plan for you.
We always advise regular check-ups so we can see early diagnosis of dental problems which may occur and cause damage to your teeth.