|
 As
we age out teeth become more prone to cracking and breakage. When a tooth
cracks, it is often painful as you put pressure against it on biting. The
pain usually lasts only as long as you put pressure against it.
A tooth that has an old metal filling
is usually more subject to cracking. The larger the filling
the more likely the tooth is to crack.
To repair a cracked tooth, the tooth will often require an onlay or a crown. A new filling can not repair a cracked tooth.
If the tooth has cracked as a result of an accident
contact the dentist as soon as possible.
It is important to repair a cracked tooth before it completely breaks completely. If the
tooth fractures completely the tooth will often require a root canal before a crown is made. If the
fracture is severe the tooth will have to be extracted.
Back to Top
|
