Tooth Fractures Explained: Small Crack, Big Problem | Dr. Rajat Sachdeva

🦷 Tooth Fractures: Small Crack. Big Problem.

Cracked or fractured teeth can cause pain, infection, and even tooth loss — often without obvious symptoms at first. Here’s what you need to know:

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🔍 TYPES OF TOOTH FRACTURES
1️⃣ Craze Lines – Superficial hairline cracks on the enamel. Harmless but may stain.
2️⃣ Fractured Cusp – A piece of the chewing surface breaks off, often around fillings.
3️⃣ Cracked Tooth – The crack extends from the crown toward the root. May worsen over time.
4️⃣ Split Tooth – A tooth split into distinct segments. Often requires extraction.
5️⃣ Vertical Root Fracture – Starts in the root and moves upward. Often hard to detect until symptoms appear.

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⚠️ COMMON CAUSES
– Biting hard objects (ice, bones, popcorn kernels)
– Teeth grinding or clenching (bruxism)
– Trauma (falls, sports injuries)
– Large or weakened fillings
– Sudden temperature changes (like hot coffee followed by cold water)

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💡 TREATMENT OPTIONS
Depending on the type and severity, we offer:
✅ Composite bonding
✅ Dental crowns to protect and strengthen
✅ Root canal treatment if the nerve is affected
✅ Extraction and replacement for severe cases

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🛡️ HOW TO PREVENT TOOTH FRACTURES
✔ Avoid chewing hard foods or objects
✔ Wear a nightguard if you grind your teeth
✔ Use a sports mouthguard during contact sports
✔ Don’t use your teeth as tools (no opening bottles!)
✔ Get regular check-ups to spot tiny cracks early

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💬 Think You Have a Cracked Tooth? Don’t Wait.

Early diagnosis means simpler, more affordable treatment.
📍 Dr. Rajat Sachdeva’s Dental Institute, Delhi
📞 +91 9818894041

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