Dental Restoration for a Broken Tooth

Dental restoration is an order for a broken tooth. Dental damage is a common occurrence. Although permanent teeth are strong, they could still fracture, crack, or break. Dental damage can cause infection and intense pain. As soon as your tooth breaks, seeing your dentist is a priority. If you want to know what dental restoration options you have, here are the details.

Bonding

A thorough dental exam includes a dental X-ray to be sure that the patient qualifies for bonding treatment. The dentist will clean the tooth. After that, the dentist will apply a liquid or a gel that will etch the outer layer of the tooth. Then, the dentist will apply a bonding agent to the damaged section.

After molding the resin onto the damaged area, the dentist will harden it by curing it with a laser or UV (ultraviolet) light. The dentist will polish the bonded tooth until it matches the shine of the natural teeth. For this type of dental restoration, it usually takes about an hour to bond one tooth. Several teeth may take at least one visit.

Ceramic filling

This is also an effective way to repair and strengthen a broken tooth. This restores about 98% of the tooth’s stability and strength. A patient with a large cavity from tooth decay can receive restoration with the help of a ceramic filling. After the treatment, the tooth looks better and becomes stronger. A dentist can apply the ceramic filling in one dental appointment.

Root canal

Trauma to the tooth may damage a significant part of the pulp. There is usually tremendous pain associated with this type of tooth injury. The dentist might recommend a root canal to repair the broken tooth. In this procedure, the dentist will remove the pulp and save the shell of the tooth. To seal any crack or cavity, the dentist will fill the pulp space with a supportive filling. The dentist will then cover the tooth with a dental crown.

Porcelain veneers

Veneers cover the broken tooth to make it look new. These thin shells can provide a realistic form of restoration. After shaving off a thin layer of enamel, the dentist will bond the thin porcelain shell to the outer surface of the tooth. With proper maintenance, porcelain veneers can last for a lot of years. The patient can have veneers for more than one broken tooth.

Gingivectomy and dental implants

If the patient’s tooth injury has reached the gums and bone, the dentist will give the patient a laser gingivectomy. This procedure helps clear the tooth by removing the bone and gum tissue around the tooth. If the fracture reached below the gums and deep into the bone, the dentist needs to extract the tooth. The installation of dental implants will follow as part of the dental restoration.

Your broken tooth can receive the right dental restoration

After a thorough assessment of your broken tooth, your dentist will discuss the options available for dental restoration. Once you agree to the optimal method of restoration, your dentist will prepare your broken tooth and start the dental restoration. Soon, you will regain the strength and stability of your tooth. Your dentist will also make sure that it gains protection from future injury and infection.

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