Unfortunately, a broken or fractured tooth is not something that will simply heal on its own. As soon as you notice a broken tooth, call Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry as soon as you can.

Things you can do at home for a broken tooth

There are a couple of things you can do in preparation for dental treatment for a broken tooth:

1. Rinse your mouth with warm saltwater.
2. Take an over-the-counter pain reliever, like acetaminophen.
3. A broken tooth can have sharp edges. To safeguard your mouth from the sharp edges of your tooth, cover the broken tooth with something soft like wax or chewing gum.
4. While nursing your mouth, eat softer foods, and try to avoid chewing on your broken tooth.

Call us and explain your situation if you continue to withstand:

• erratic pain when chewing;
• pain when exposed to extreme temperatures;
• or intense pain that comes and goes with pressure;

Don’t ignore broken dental work

What if you experience a broken dental crown, bridge, or veneer?  Without restoration, the tooth is vulnerable to additional damage. At Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry, we administer beautiful same-day restorations. A broken artificial tooth shouldn’t be ignored.

Urgent care dental practices accommodate nervous patients

If you need treatment but hesitate because of bad dental anxiety, talk to us about sedation dentistry. We have several processes to help you through the procedure. Our mouths and teeth work hard day after day. It’s no surprise that a tooth is occasionally damaged. Don’t let a cracked or broken tooth get worse and cause additional oral complications.

Contact Dr. Bill Dorfman, DDS – Century City Aesthetic Dentistry:

866-441-0022

Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):

2080 Century Park E Ste 1601
Los Angeles, California
90067