Symptoms include:

• Pain when biting or chewing
• Sensitivity to hot, cold, and sweet foods and drinks
• A sharp edge on the tooth
• An odd sensation when eating sticky, sweet, or sour foods

You should see a dentist as soon as possible. If the damage is severe, you should see a dentist right away.

You can prevent broken teeth by:

• Avoiding chewing hard foods
• Wearing a mouthguard for sports or teeth-grinding
• Practicing good oral hygiene
• Seeing your dentist regularly for check-ups and cleanings

The treatment depends on the extent of the damage and the location of the fracture. Minor cracks can be treated with dental bonding or crowns. A root canal can sometimes salvage a badly damaged tooth. If the break is severe, extraction may be necessary.

A Broken Tooth may lead to the following problems:

• Pain on chewing food or biting
• Inconsistent pain or toothache
• Sensitivity to hot or cold or both
• Swelling of the gum around the tooth or swelling of the face
• Unsightly teeth because of visible cracks or breakage
• Difficulty in eating certain types of food
• Disturbance in daily activities due to pain or sensitivity

Depending upon the presenting condition of your broken tooth and the type of treatment needed, the cost of repairing a Broken Tooth may vary. At your broken tooth repair appointment, our dentists will provide a customised treatment plan with an estimated cost of treatment. At Tooth Smart Dental Cannon Hill, a broken tooth repair consult cost is $69 and Xray cost is $63.

The dentist will examine and assess your tooth, address your concerns and discuss various treatment options. After the broken tooth repair has been done, the dentist will advise if any further review, management or treatment is needed for the tooth.

Since this is a dental emergency appointment to address the Broken Tooth, the dentist may recommend a full examination later to avoid any potential dental problems in the future.