What should I tell my dentist prior to having a broken tooth fixed?
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Dr. De Vizio of Colgate answered:Prior to having a broken tooth treated, tell your dentist about the circumstances surrounding the problem. Were you injured while playing sports, did you bite down on something hard, or did you notice the tooth was broken but not feel any pain? Tell him or her how long you’ve been experiencing any pain, and whether the pain is constant or if it comes and goes. All of this information is important in helping your dentist determine the cause of the break and the best possible course of treatment.
Also inform your dentist if you have any allergies and if you are particularly nervous about undergoing treatment so that special arrangements can be made that will allow you to safely tolerate the procedure.
Prior to having a broken tooth treated, tell your dentist about the circumstances surrounding the problem. Were you injured while playing sports, did you bite down on something hard, or did you notice the tooth was broken but not feel any... More -
Dr. Saul Miller answered:The dentist should discuss with you the treatment options that are available to restore your tooth. The options may include:
- silver or composite filling
- inlay or onlay using gold or other metal, porcelain or composite resin
- crown which can be made with a variety of material
- root canal, if necessary
- extraction, if indicated
You should inform the dentist of your needs, wants and desires concerning the treatment of your teeth, provide complete health and dental history, and inform the dentist about your insurance, financial concerns and any other pertinent information.
At the conclusion of the discussion you would say "yes" or "no" regarding treatment or some treatment options.
The dentist should discuss with you the treatment options that are available to restore your tooth. The options may include: silver or composite filling inlay or onlay using gold or other metal, porcelain or composite resin crown which can be... More -
Dr. Philip Uffer answered:Do you have pain? (Does it hurt by itself or only if you do something to make it hurt?)
How long has it been broken?
How did it break?
Has it been broken before?
Don't be afraid to ask questions!
Do you have pain? (Does it hurt by itself or only if you do something to make it hurt?) How long has it been broken? How did it break? Has it been broken before? Don't be afraid to ask questions! More
