Tooth enamel is the hardest substance in your body, but it can still become cracked due to physical trauma or general wear and tear. As soon as you realize that a tooth may be cracked, you should call our team at JC Endodontics Root Canal Specialists right away. We can evaluate the damage to see how extensive it is and create an appropriate plan for cracked tooth treatment in New York City based on your needs; we’ll do everything we can to save the tooth.
Not all tooth cracks occur where you can see them. There are several warning signs that might point to a cracked tooth, such as:
Remember, damaged teeth can’t heal on their own, so your symptoms will only get worse if you don’t have them properly treated. Don’t lose any time reaching out to us if you think your tooth is damaged.
The tooth consists of three layers: the hard enamel layer, the dentin layer underneath it, and the soft tissue known as the pulp. When the hard outer layers are damaged, any chewing can cause some of the pieces to move, which can ultimately damage the pulp. Furthermore, if the crack is severe enough, harmful bacteria may be able to reach the pulp and cause an infection, resulting in further pain. The sooner you have the tooth treated, the sooner you’ll be able to find relief from the discomfort.
As soon as you arrive at our dental office, we will perform a thorough examination of the tooth to see how severe the damage is. If it seems that the crack has reached the pulp, we may have to perform root canal treatment to protect the tooth. Other steps might be taken depending on your circumstances. In the worst-case scenario, the tooth may no longer be salvageable, which means that having it extracted may be your only option; however, we’ll do whatever we can to help you avoid this outcome.
