If an injury or mishap while eating leads to a cracked tooth, you need to see us! Even a small crack in your tooth could lead to major trouble, which is why we offer emergency dentistry. In today’s blog, Dr. Robert M. Browne talks about helping cracked teeth with urgent care dentistry!
The Causes of Dental Fractures
How does a tooth become cracked? For some, a fracture could occur due to a sports injury, or an accidental injury. You could also bite down on something hard, such as a popcorn kernels or even a piece of ice. If you sustain an injury to your face or jaw and don’t see damage, consider an appointment as a fracture could potentially be invisible to the naked eye.
You need treatment as a cracked tooth exposes sensitive inner tissues to bacteria, which then increases the risk of tooth decay and infection. To avoid the risk of losing the tooth, we can offer help with emergency dentistry.
Easing Your Discomfort
You need emergency dentistry when you have a cracked tooth, but what should you do in the immediate aftermath? First, rinse with warm water and use cloth or gauze to stem any bleeding. Applying a cold compress to the side of your face can help ease any swelling. You can take an over-the-counter pain reliever as well. Contact our team right away, and if you reach us, we will try to see you same-day. If our office is closed, then leave a message so a team member can reach out with possible appointment times. Try to avoid very hot or cold foods and drinks or items high in sugar, as the injured tooth is very sensitive.
Repairing Your Teeth
How do we address your cracked tooth with emergency dentistry? We will begin with an exam, looking closely at it with digital imaging to see if the crack moves below the gum line. For a minor one, we could offer restoration in one visit with bonding, or possibly cap the tooth with a crown. We may need to conduct an endodontic procedure if the fracture moves beneath the gum line. If you have any questions about how we treat fractured teeth with emergency dentistry, or if you have an injured tooth that needs attention, then please reach out to our team today to learn more and start your treatment journey.
Schedule an Appointment for Your Dental Emergency with Dr. Browne, DDS
If you have a dental fracture, we can help with urgent care dentistry to help you avoid the risk of painful history and tooth decay and/or infection. If you need care for a dental emergency, then call Dr. Robert M Browne, DDS in Prairie Village, KS at (913) 901-8585 today. We can restore your smile!