Teeth can break from biting something hard, a fall, a sports injury, or weakening from large fillings or decay. Even a small chip can expose sensitive dentine and leave a sharp edge that cuts the inside of your mouth. Larger fractures can expose the nerve and cause significant pain.
Biting unexpectedly on a pip, bone or hard sweet can crack or fracture a tooth.
A direct blow to the mouth can break teeth and may also displace or knock out a tooth.
Teeth with large old fillings have less natural structure and are more prone to fracture.
Decay weakens tooth structure, making it more likely to chip under normal biting forces.
Persistent bruxism wears and weakens enamel, increasing fracture risk.
A small chip may be smoothed or repaired with composite bonding in a single visit. A larger fracture may require a crown. If the pulp is exposed, root canal treatment is needed before restoration. We aim to see broken tooth emergencies the same day you call.
Prices confirmed at appointment. Written cost breakdown provided before any treatment begins.
Part of our emergency dental care service in Osterley
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