Dental woes come in many sizes and shapes. For instance, even with good oral hygiene practices, it’s possible to experience a cracked or fractured tooth due to injury or natural wear and tear. Regardless of the cause, it’s essential not to overlook a dental fracture. In addition to impacting your smile, a fractured tooth can cause discomfort and be sensitive to temperature changes.
At Signature Smiles Dental, Drs. Geomel Brian Bebing and Harun Ayouby have seen it all. So, if you have a broken tooth in Riverside, California, you’ve come to the right place. Our dental office offers numerous treatments to repair and rebuild your smile after dental trauma.
Fractured teeth display numerous symptoms, including erratic discomfort that comes and goes, especially when chewing. But why does a cracked tooth hurt? Inside your tooth — beneath the enamel and dentin — lies the dental pulp that contains nerves and blood vessels. When you have a fractured tooth, chewing applies pressure on your tooth, irritating your nerve-containing pulp. If left untreated, your pulp suffers permanent damage.
Your fractured tooth doesn’t only hurt when chewing. It becomes sensitive when consuming hot or cold foods or drinks. At times, your broken tooth may develop discomfort without any provocation!
When you come to our office with cracked teeth symptoms, the first step is to assess your tooth with digital X-rays and scans to determine the extent of the damage. If we diagnose you with a dental fracture, your treatment options include:
Whether you have a minor or extensive tooth fracture, there’s no job too small or too big for Signature Smiles Dental. Call (951) 450-0258 to book an appointment for tooth repair.