My family's dental health is important to me. Unfortunately for me, it is not as important to my little ones. Getting my kids to brush and floss on a daily basis is almost like taking on an obstacle course. I talked to my family's dentist about different methods I could try to encourage them to brush and floss on a regular basis. Some of the tricks worked, some did not. After some experimentation and talking to other parents, I was able to come up with a lot of great tips for helping kids care for their teeth. I started this blog to help other parents get creative when it comes to their kids and dental care.
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Is Your Tooth Cracked?
Bella Snyder
A cracked tooth is one of the most common dental injuries. While most people will be immediately aware that there is a problem, some do not realize it until much later. If you think you have a cracked tooth, here is what you need to know:
Do You Have a Cracked Tooth?
The symptoms depend largely on the type of cracked tooth you have. For instance, if you have craze lines, you likely will not have any symptoms. Craze lines are shallow and might not be noticeable.
However, if you have split tooth, it is highly noticeable. The tooth will be split into two and the segments can be separated. You will likely experience a lot of pain with the tooth.
Regardless of the type of crack, if you have any symptoms, pain is the most likely. Teeth sensitivity is also possible. The sensitivity is most evident when eating or drinking. Both the pain and teeth sensitivity will come and go.
What Are the Treatment Options?
Whether a cracked tooth can be repaired depends on the type. For instance, craze lines are usually fixed by polishing the tooth. The action is enough to remove the shallow line in a tooth.
If you have a split tooth, will likely have to be extracted. In its place, the dentist might suggest a dental implant, dentures, or bridge. He or she will recommend the best possible solution for your situation.
A crack that has gone beyond the surface and is down to the pulp will likely require a root canal to repair. During the procedure, the dentist will remove the pulp from the tooth, fill it, and place a crown over it. Until the root canal can be performed, the dentist will put a temporary crown in place. The temporary crown will remain until it is time for the permanent one.
Another possible treatment is a veneer to cover the tooth. If the crack is not impacting the health of the tooth, the dentist will remove some of the structure of your tooth. Once that is done, the veneer will be fitted over the tooth. The veneer will be the same color as the rest of your teeth so that it is not noticeable.
You do not have to live with a cracked tooth. If you believe you have one, schedule an appointment with a dental office like Cornerstone Dental. If you fail to get the tooth treated, it could worsen.
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