Saving teeth is what I do. But, there are times when I'm forced to decide the fate of teeth due to cracks. Cracks in teeth can present gradually or all at once. For example, if a person bites into their steak for dinner and crunches down hard on a bone it is possible a tooth will form a crack. Gradual formation of a crack can occur in teeth of a grinder or just someone who is rough on their teeth. As for treatment of a crack it depends on the severity of the crack. If the crack extends minimally into the tooth or down the side of the tooth I might be able to place a filling or crown the tooth to help hold it together. If the crack extends too far down the tooth's side or too far into the tooth, I would find it unrestorable and get it out. That leads into replacement of the tooth which is beyond the scope of this post, but the point I make is that the ability to restore a cracked tooth depends upon the extent of the crack. If you are concerned about your teeth and oral health, please call our office at the phone below or visit the website at the link below.
-Dr. Cooper
-Dr. Cooper
859-266-2570
Cooper Family Dentistry is a dental office located in the Lansdowne Shopping Center on Tates Creek Rd. in Lexington, KY dedicated to helping you and your family achieve the best oral care.
