Dental Restoration Treatments for a Broken Tooth

Are you looking into broken tooth restoration options? When someone breaks one of their teeth, treatment depends on the severity of the break. General dentists recommend early treatment for the highest chance of a successful restoration.

Reasons teeth can break

Teeth can break for several reasons, and understanding the cause can help dictate the restoration. For example, individuals that play sports or tend to roughhouse may be more prone to breaks. Additionally, those with weak teeth due to decay or gum disease should expect a broken tooth if treatment is not acted upon promptly. Finally, a broken tooth sometimes results from an accident such as a fall, which is uncontrollable and unpreventable.

Restoring a broken tooth

General dentists may recommend three options for a tooth fracture, dental bonding, a dental crown, and root canal therapy. The type of restoration option that the dentist recommends depends on each patient's unique oral condition. 

Dental bonding

Dental bonding is a restoration treatment option often used to repair minor breaks in a patient's teeth. The bonding material consists of composite resin and allows a dental professional to restore the broken tooth to its previous condition. The material is also tooth-colored, which supports a patient's dental cosmetics. Bonding is a restoration treatment option that does not require any anesthesia, and dental professionals can often perform this treatment option in less than 30 minutes.

Dental crown

A dental crown is a common treatment used to restore a tooth that is broken as it is strong and long-lasting. A dental crown can be placed over the tooth to prevent a cracked tooth from further breakage. A dental crown helps give the tooth back its strength and durability so it will not break under regular use, e.g., chewing. It may be necessary for a dental professional also to use a special dental filling to make the broken tooth stronger.

Root canal therapy

Serious tooth breaks that have reached the inside of a tooth will require a patient to undergo a root canal. This restoration treatment is necessary to save the tooth, as once the inside of a tooth is jeopardized, it requires a root canal procedure. Root canal restoration treatments for restoring a broken tooth need a dental professional to thoroughly clean the tooth and then fill the tooth with a special dental material. Once the root canal procedure is over, a crown is often placed over the tooth to make it strong again.

Conclusion

Both minimally-invasive and non-invasive restoration options are available for those needing a broken tooth treatment. Therefore, patients can take the next step today. The fact that there are different methods for restoring broken teeth makes it necessary for those needing treatment to be seen by a dentist to determine which treatment is best. In addition, fixing a broken tooth is aesthetically pleasing, and having a full set of teeth promotes an overall healthy mouth.

For those considering a broken tooth treatment in the Moreno Valley area, we encourage you to call our office at (951) 707-4374. Additionally, patients may learn more about treatment options at https://www.drjoshidental.com.

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