General Dentistry Dubai | 12 April 2021
Teeth can become broken, cracked or chipped for a number of reasons; sports injuries, accidents, teeth grinding or even biting into hard foods can cause teeth to crack or break. If you have a crack In the meantime, rinse your mouth with warm water and hold an ice pack, wrapped in a clean towel, to the affected area. If part of your tooth has broken off, keep it either in your mouth or in a pot of milk until you get to your dentist, as they may be able to reattach it.
If left untreated, cracks and chips can lead to further problems. Depending on the severity of the damage to your teeth, your dentist may recommend one or more of the following treatments:
Fillings – Fillings can be used to fill the gaps caused by a crack. Your dentist can also smooth the edge of a chipped tooth with a tooth-coloured filling.
Dental Crowns – A crown may be placed over the top of a chipped or cracked tooth.
Dental Veneers – Veneers can also be used to cover a cracked or chipped tooth, depending on how much of the tooth is still intact.
Composite bonding – Composite bonding is a non-invasive way to restore teeth. Unlike crowns or veneers, composite bonding doesn’t require any of the healthy parts of the tooth to be removed during treatment.
Root canal treatment – If the blood vessels and pulp inside the tooth have become damaged, you may need root canal treatment.
If you have a broken, cracked or chipped tooth, or a small gap you’re unhappy with, schedule a consultation with Dr. Matteo Bignamini, General & Cosmetic Dentist DDS (Italy)
to discuss he different options available to restore the appearance of your teeth, and protect them for the future.
General Dentistry Dubai | 12 April 2021