Cracked Tooth Syndrome: Causes, Early Detection and Treatment

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C R A C K E
D T O O T H S Y N D R O M E
CAUSES, EARLY DETECTION AND TREATMENT
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Cracked tooth syndrome is where a tooth has a
crack that is either visible or invisible. A
tooth may be cracked if it becomes sensitive to
cold and hot temperatures or if you experience
pain when biting or chewing. If it left
untreated, it can cause several dental problems
over time.
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Cracked tooth syndrome includes three phases
Craze Lines Tiny and harmless cracks that
occur in the outer enamel of the
tooth. Cracks It occur when craze lines
penetrate the body of the tooth
(dentin). Fractures A fracture occurs when
cracks expand deep into the root of the tooth.
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What Causes Cracked Tooth Syndrome?
Some of the common causes of cracked tooth
syndrome include Teeth with large
fillings Application of too much pressure on one
tooth Biting down too hard Teeth that have
undergone root canal treatment Clenching or
grinding of the teeth Physical injury to the
mouth Sudden temperature change
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How to Diagnose a Cracked Tooth
Repairing a cracked tooth is easy if it is
detected early.However, diagnosis can be
difficult because people do not develop any
symptoms during the initial stage.Regular visits
to your dentist clinic for routine checkups will
help you detect a cracked tooth earlier.
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The dentist uses various methods to diagnose a
cracked tooth, including
They will use a sharp instrument called dental
explorer to catch any cracked or rough edges on
the surface of the tooth. They use a magnifying
glass to identify small cracks. They use dental
dyes to make the cracks more visible. Your
dentist will check your gums for any signs of
inflammation because cracks in the tooth can
cause irritations to the gums. They will try to
identify your source and severity of pain
resulting from biting down on something. They
will take X-rays to determine the condition of
your teeth pulp. Unhealthy teeth pulp leads to
teeth cracks. They also review the dental history
of the patient to diagnose a cracked tooth.
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What Are the Treatment Options for Cracked Tooth
Syndrome?

• Your dentist can repair a cracked tooth through
  various treatment options, including placing a
  crown, bonding or performing a root canal. Also,
  they may suggest you to wear an occlusal guard
  to protect your teeth from grinding or
  clenching. The type of treatment varies from
  person to person depending on the location and
  the severity of the tooth crack.

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