What is Cracked Teeth?
A cracked tooth is when something damages your tooth and causes a small break (crack or fracture) in it. The crack may be small enough that it doesn’t affect your tooth. Other times, your tooth may break in pieces or split. A badly cracked tooth may be a dental emergency.
Cracked Teeth Treatment
Cracked teeth can cause pain, sensitivity, and lead to serious long-term damage if left untreated. Even small cracks can worsen over time. In such cases, root canal treatment may be necessary to save the tooth.
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Types of Cracked Teeth
Cracks can vary in severity. Here are some common types:
Cracked Tooth
A vertical crack that runs from the chewing surface down toward the root. It may extend into the gum line and often requires prompt treatment.
Craze Lines
Tiny, hairline cracks in the enamel only. They’re painless and usually just cosmetic.
Fractured Cusp
A crack around a dental filling that breaks off a part of the chewing surface. Usually not very painful. May need a crown.
Split Tooth
A tooth split into two distinct parts, often extending below the gum line. May require extraction or root canal and crown.
Vertical Root Fracture
A crack that starts below the gum and moves upward. Often painless unless it leads to infection.
Symptoms of a Cracked Tooth
Pain when biting or chewing, sensitivity to temperature or sweets, swelling, and intermittent pain.
Causes
Hard foods, teeth grinding, aging dental work, facial trauma, and wear with age.
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At HTX Endodontics, we use advanced diagnostics and gentle techniques to treat cracked teeth with care. Trust our experienced team for stress-free, expert care in Houston.
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