Bacterial Infection Puts Your Smile At Risk

Have you managed to crack, chip, or break one of your teeth? Well, if so, then you’re ready to talk to your oral health team about restoration. You see, your teeth are covered in a form of tissue called enamel, which is even stronger than bone, but it can still become damaged through injury or tooth decay. When you lose this protection, your smile becomes at risk of developing a bacterial infection within the tooth, and that really does put a smile at risk.

At Gentle Smiles in Dallas, TX, we fix broken teeth. We understand the absolute importance of addressing dental damage, and we know that time is not on your side. The moment that you lose the natural protection of your enamel, you can no longer prevent bacteria from making their way inside the tooth. So, if you have a piece of your smile that needs a little work, talk to a trusted team in North Texas about your next steps.

If you’ve broken one or more of your teeth, don’t keep it to yourself. To find out more about our office or to schedule an examination, call Gentle Smiles.

As Soon As You Notice The Issue…

Talk to your dentist about what’s happened. A cracked or broken tooth might feel like something that you can put off, but if bacteria can make their way inside, then you’re at risk. Normally, you’ve got a layer of protection through your enamel, but as soon as you lose it, you’re vulnerable to bacterial infection.

Our team can help you to understand what’s gone on. We’ll take a look through a visual examination from a trusted oral health provider and detailed imagery like digital x-rays. That way, you can know exactly what’s happened and talk through things with your dental team.

Root Canal Treatment Eliminates Bacterial Infection

After a bacterial infection has already started, your dental team might need to perform some endodontic work to save the tooth. A root canal treatment is the one most often used to address bacterial growth in the root, sealing shut the connections afterward. That’s a really powerful tool in eliminating infection.

After the completion of a root canal treatment, a dental crown is often required to finish the process. There are multiple kinds of material used for these, so be sure to ask which works best for you. We’re here to help your find your way to a stronger smile.

Fight Infection With Gentle Smiles

Your smile needs some help sometimes. Bacterial infection is one of those times. If you’ve managed to crack, chip, or break a tooth, call Gentle Smiles Family Dentistry at 972-329-7645 today.