Cracked & Chipped Teeth

Damage to teeth such as a crack or chip is most commonly a result of trauma to the teeth, this can be a result of:

• Extensive tooth decay
• Falling on teeth or a blow to the face
• Biting on something very hard
• Old mercury amalgam fillings

Restorative dental treatments are generally the solution to repair and fix a cracked or chipped tooth. These restorative dental treatments can include:

• Dental Fillings
• Dental Implants
• Dental Crowns & Bridges
• Root Canal Therapy

Ignoring severe damage to a tooth such as a crack or chip can lead to more serious problems such as the tooth splitting or breaking further. When a tooth splits or breaks extensively it can reveal the nerves within the tooth resulting in a severe toothache and pain. A damaged nerve might require root canal therapy and even result in a loss of the tooth.