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Hopefully, you’ll never have to deal with breaking a tooth, but if it ever happens, you can be ready to take care of your teeth as best you can.
A broken tooth is a tricky issue. In fact, you might not feel any pain when it breaks, but your tooth will likely feel different. The edge might be jagged, or there might be a sharp point that you can feel with your tongue. Ideally, the first thing you should do is make an appointment to see your dentist the day it breaks. Your Houston dentist will be able to determine the extent of the damage and let you know what course of action to take.
While waiting for the dentist, be sure to rinse your mouth with warm water. If your mouth is bleeding, use a wet cloth or tea bag to apply pressure to the bleeding area until it stops. Using a cold compress or cloth with ice on your face will also help to reduce the swelling. In cases where you do feel some pain, it’s perfectly okay to take pain relievers like ibuprofen or Advil.
There are a number of different options available to you if you break part of the tooth, including dental crowns or even porcelain veneers. However, in cases where the entire tooth pops out of the socket, don’t lose it! The most important thing to do here is to keep the tooth from drying out. Many people have heard that you can store a tooth in milk, and that’s true, but you can also store it in bottled water, contact solution, or regular tap water. You can even store it in your mouth; keeping the tooth under your tongue will also ensure that it won’t dry out, just be careful not to swallow it! So long as it is properly stored, your Houston dentist might be able to bond the tooth back into place.
Breaking a tooth can be frightening and stressful, but you don’t need to panic. Dr. Amanda Canto of Cosmetic Dentists of Houston can help you fix your broken tooth whether it’s a chip, a crack, or even completely missing. Questions? Contact us to see what we can do for you!
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