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A dentist should always be consulted in the case of a broken tooth, even if the damage is only minor. Victoria Road Dental Clinic in Ruislip offers a number of solutions for damaged teeth, and the general rule is, the sooner you get in touch, the better.
Even a small crack or chip in a tooth – such as those sustained in trips and falls, or through biting something too hard – is enough to let bacteria enter the core of the tooth, which can lead to infection, pain, and the need for root canal treatment.
Some cases of tooth breakage require an emergency dentist. If you have badly damaged a tooth or it is causing you extreme pain, you should contact Victoria Road Dental Clinic in Ruislip immediately for an urgent appointment. We endeavour to see emergency cases on the same day whenever possible, and also operate an out-of-hours service. If you are in urgent need of a dentist call our Ruislip dental practice on 01895 636 121 now.
What your dentist can do
We offer several solutions to broken teeth at our Ruislip dental clinic. The ideal treatment will depend on a number of factors, including the location of the tooth, the cause and the location of the damage.
If you have broken a tooth in an accident your dentist may be able to bond the broken parts back on to your tooth, so if you still have the fragments bring them with you to your appointment at our Ruislip clinic.
In other cases, composite bonding using white filling material may be the best solution. This option will see your dentist rebuild your damaged tooth, producing results that look highly natural. There are many shades of composite material available, so it will be matched to the existing shade of your tooth.
When there is a larger area to repair, for example in a back tooth, your dentist may recommend either a white filling or a tooth-coloured crown. The best type of dental restoration to suit your circumstances will be chosen, and if you do need a crown a temporary restoration is likely to be fitted in the interim.
