How to Fix a Cracked Tooth

When your tooth cracks, there are several concerns that become immediately obvious. The pain needs to be alleviated, the damage to your tooth needs to be stopped before it grows worse, and your bite needs to regain its ability to function properly. In many cases, the best way to fix a cracked tooth is with a custom-designed dental crown, which can completely cover the tooth to prevent it from cracking further. Modern dental crowns are designed not only to fix teeth, but also to ensure that all of the concerns regarding your cracked tooth are properly addressed.

Concerns About Cracked Teeth

A cracked tooth stays cracked for life. It doesn’t heal, and therefore, the tooth will always be structurally weaker because of the fracture. As such, the tooth will be less able to support the pressure of your bite on its own, without sustaining further damage. In addition, the crack can expose the vulnerable tissues inside of the tooth’s pulp—its center chamber—which can leave the tooth susceptible to severe internal decay. Therefore, before fixing your tooth, your dentist will perform a thorough examination to gauge the extent of the damage and which concerns are most immediate in your case.

Is a Dental Crown the Best Option?

Because a tooth’s fracture won’t heal, restoring it requires ensuring that it doesn’t grow deeper. Because a damaged tooth can impact your ability to bite and chew properly, the restoration must also be able to restore this function while protecting the tooth. A dental crown can be ideal for fixing the tooth because it completely covers and protects the visible portion of your tooth. Using advanced digital technology and detailed measurements, your dentist will ensure that your crown fits comfortably and discreetly with the rest of your teeth, and that it fully restores your tooth by addressing its long-term concerns.

Find Out How to Fix Your Cracked Tooth

If your tooth is cracked, then you may have a chance to restore and save it before the damage becomes too severe to fix. To learn more, or to schedule a consultation, call Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, today at 972-329-7645 (972-329-SMILE).