Any part of a tooth can be damaged. It may be obvious, though this is not always the case.
If there is pain and discomfort while chewing, or if the teeth suddenly become sensitive to extreme temperatures, a tooth may be broken.
A broken tooth is one of the most common dental emergencies that can occur; should be handled with urgency to save the tooth.
EK Dental Surgery offers a same-day dental emergency appointment to attend to your needs as soon as possible.
Our dental team of quick and responsive staff is experienced in dealing with almost all kinds of dental emergencies.
If you have these symptoms, there may be more complicated damage that needs immediate dental treatment:
Here are some of the most common causes of a tooth breakage:
If you have or if you think you might have a broken tooth, schedule an appointment with their Glen Waverley dentist immediately, especially when there are pain and discomfort.
While waiting for your Glen Waverley dentist, the following measures can help relieve discomfort:
The longer a broken tooth goes untreated, the more difficult it may be for your Glen Waverley dentist to save is healthy parts. Complications may also occur, such as infection.
Unlike a fractured bone, a broken tooth will not heal on its own.
Despite receiving dental treatments, some cracks may continue to spread, resulting in tooth loss.
Placing a dental crown on a broken tooth provides maximum protection.
If you’re worried about a broken tooth, call us at our Glen Waverley dental clinic immediately.
Call (03) 9887 8787 or visit us at 230 Springvale Road in Glen Waverley.
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