Restoring Broken Tooth – Can It Be Done?
Depending on the extent of the damage, a broken tooth can still be restored. If the tooth still has its roots intact and only partially damaged, a good cosmetic dentist can fix it up with the use of a tooth crown or a filing. However, it also depends on the condition of the tooth. If the tooth has exposed nerves and this is causing pain, additional treatments such as a root canal will need to be done first. The exposed nerves will keep inflicting pain even when covered up with a crown. Through the root canal, the nerves and the pulp of the tooth will be removed, so that a crown can be safely and painlessly added. If the tooth has only been chipped, your dentist can recommend treatments such as veneers or bonding. A portion of your tooth’s enamel will be scraped off in order to allow the veneer to adhere properly to the tooth. This will not fix the tooth itself but will fix the way it looks. When having any of these treatments done to restore a broken to