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- Q How will I know if having treatment for a broken tooth was successful?
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There are several ways you will know if the treatment for your broken tooth was successful. If you are able to resume normal activities and chew on the tooth without pain or discomfort, then the treatment was most likely a success. Your dentist will... Full Answer
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- Q How is treatment for a cracked tooth performed?
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Treatment for a cracked tooth will vary based on your dentist's evaluation and the extent of the damage. A very small crack may only require smoothing or simple bonding. Your dentist can perform this repair easily in one office visit. More... Full Answer
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- Q What complications are associated with treating a cracked tooth?
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There is a higher risk of complications from a cracked tooth without treatment than complications as a result of treatment. Unlike a broken bone, a cracked or broken tooth will not heal. Treatment may help stop the crack from getting worse as... Full Answer
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- Q What are the benefits of treating a cracked tooth?
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The benefits of treating a cracked tooth include having pain or discomfort reduced or eliminated. If you have had pain or discomfort when chewing, it should go away when the cracked tooth is repaired. Also, by repairing the crack in your tooth,... Full Answer
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- Q When should I call the dentist after having a cracked tooth treated?
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After you have had a cracked tooth treated, if you still notice any uneven tooth surfaces or feel any pain when chewing, call your dentist as soon as possible. If you still see a more serious or deeper crack in your tooth or feel a higher level... Full Answer
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- Q When can I return to normal activity after having a cracked tooth treated?
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Your return to normal activity after having a cracked tooth fixed depends on the severity of the damage to your tooth and how complicated the treatment was. If you have a small crack in one tooth and it can be repaired in one visit to the dentist... Full Answer
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- Q How long will I be off work if I am having treatment for a cracked tooth?
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The amount of time that you may need to be off work for treatment of a cracked tooth depends of the extent of your damage and the specific treatment plan. If you have a very slight crack that can be repaired with a simple polishing or bonding,... Full Answer
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- Q Can I drive myself home after having a knocked out tooth treated?
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Your ability to drive home after having treatment for a knocked out tooth depends on how serious your injury was to cause the loss of your tooth. If you were in a serious accident and received severe trauma to your face or body, you should not... Full Answer
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- Q What is a broken tooth?
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If you get hit in the mouth or bite down on a hard piece of food, you could find out exactly what a broken tooth is -- a piece of your tooth that has broken or chipped off. As soon as you have a broken tooth, see your dentist. There are ways to smooth... Full Answer
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- Q How is treatment for a knocked out tooth performed?
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A knocked out tooth is a dental emergency. If your tooth has been knocked out, get to your dentist immediately. Treatment for a knocked out tooth is based on how severe the injury is and how much damage is done to the tooth. If the tooth is whole... Full Answer
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