As strange as it sounds, it’s surprisingly easy to overlook a cracked tooth. Many cracks are invisible to the naked eye, and some of them may not even show up on a dental x-ray. This doesn’t mean that a cracked tooth should be ignored, however. A crack in one of your teeth should be addressed as soon as possible before it can develop into a more serious problem. Fortunately, Drs. Edwin Kim and Jacqueline Lee and their team at San Pablo Dental Care can often repair a broken or damaged tooth if you make an appointment as soon as you suspect that you have a problem.
Signs of a Cracked Tooth
Since it can be so difficult to see a crack in a tooth, you may need to be on the lookout for other symptoms. The most common sign of a cracked tooth is localized pain that flares up when you bite down on food or when your teeth are exposed to hot or cold temperatures. You might start to notice these signs after your mouth has suffered trauma in an accident. You’ll most likely notice the signs of a broken tooth when you bite down on something like a hard piece of candy or chew ice. This is when you need to contact us!
Treatment Options if You Crack A Tooth
In most cases, a cracked tooth can be repaired by bonding, a crown, or a root canal. Your San Pablo dentists can decide what treatment will work best for you, but only if you make an appointment as soon as you suspect that you have a problem. If it is detected and repaired early on, it can prevent more complications from arising later.
Contact us if you suspect you have a cracked or damaged tooth. Schedule an exam today!
