When to Call Us
Call promptly if a tooth breaks, a sharp edge is cutting your cheek or tongue, the tooth is sensitive, or you have pain when biting. Keep any broken fragment if you have it and bring it to the appointment.
Treatment Options
Depending on the damage, options may include smoothing, bonding, filling, crown, root canal treatment or extraction.
Chipped Front Tooth
A chipped front tooth may be repaired with bonding or other cosmetic options depending on the size and location.
Cracked Tooth Symptoms
Symptoms can include pain when biting, sensitivity, intermittent discomfort or a visible crack.
Urgent Red Flags
Seek urgent advice if the break is associated with facial swelling, uncontrolled bleeding, a knocked-out adult tooth, fever or difficulty swallowing.
