{"id":337,"date":"2019-12-17T03:36:30","date_gmt":"2019-12-17T03:36:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.parkerdentalandortho.com\/blog\/?p=337"},"modified":"2020-01-17T03:39:17","modified_gmt":"2020-01-17T03:39:17","slug":"i-have-a-cracked-tooth-can-an-emergency-dentist-repair-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.parkerdentalandortho.com\/blog\/i-have-a-cracked-tooth-can-an-emergency-dentist-repair-it\/","title":{"rendered":"I Have a Cracked Tooth \u2013 Can an Emergency Dentist Repair It?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.parkerdentalandortho.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/man_applying_ice_pack_to_jaw__1579232315_51908.jpg\" alt=\"man holding icepack to jaw\" class=\"wp-image-338\" width=\"302\" height=\"214\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A sudden blow to the face, attempting to bite into ice or\nsome other foreign object, or taking a hard fall, can all lead to a cracked\ntooth. If you find yourself in this situation, then you have a definite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parkerdentalandortho.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental\nemergency<\/a> on your hands. Is there anything that can be done to fix the\ntooth and restore your oral health to normal? As you read further, an emergency\ndentist explains what your options are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Should Do for any Dental Emergency<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what type of dental emergency you may have, there are\ntwo steps you should never overlook:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Stay Calm <\/strong>\u2013 While this may seem easier\nsaid than done, remaining calm when a dental emergency strikes is a key part to\nrecovering faster and more effectively, as it will help you make sound decisions.<\/li><li><strong>Contact Your Emergency Dentist <\/strong>\u2013 As soon\nas you recognize any form of dental trauma, you should immediately reach out to\nyour emergency dentist to request a visit.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What You Should do for a Cracked Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The steps you take while waiting to receive treatment for a\ncracked tooth will influence your overall recovery. You can start by rinsing\nyour mouth with warm salt-water to remove any broken pieces and prevent oral\nbacteria from accumulating in the area. To decrease any pain and swelling, you can\napply ice in 20-minute increments to the outside of your cheek and take\nibuprofen (Advil, Motrin).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Additionally, if any pieces of your tooth have dislodged,\ncollect and store them in a bag, and take them with you when you visit your\ndentist. Also, be sure to avoid chewing on the side of your mouth where the\ntrauma is until the problem is resolved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How an Emergency Dentist Can Treat a Cracked Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The exact method that your emergency dentist uses to treat\nyour cracked tooth will depend on the severity of your situation. For a simpler\ncrack, you may only require a dental bonding or crown, but if the break is more\npronounced, you may need root canal therapy or even an extraction.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The more expeditious you are about seeking help and the better\nyour efforts are at sustaining the situation initially, the greater your\nchances of fully recovering and salvaging your tooth. To get the vital help you\nneed, don\u2019t hesitate to contact your emergency dentist in Mobile, AL to schedule\na visit.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Hube Parker earned his dental degree from the University of Mississippi School of Dentistry. For over 25 years, he has been providing precise and compassionate dental care. Dr. Parker understands that dental emergencies can be scary and unnerving. Thus, he takes the time to make patients feel as relaxed as possible while providing them with responsive emergency dental care at Parker Dental &amp; Orthodontics. He can be reached for more information through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.parkerdentalandortho.com\/west-mobile-location.html\">website<\/a>. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A sudden blow to the face, attempting to bite into ice or some other foreign object, or taking a hard fall, can all lead to a cracked tooth. If you find yourself in this situation, then you have a definite dental emergency on your hands. 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