As much as you try to take the best care of your teeth, you still may not be able to prevent all damage, and you may one day end up with cracked, chipped, or completely missing teeth.
Rather than live with this extensive damage, take steps to have it repaired as quickly and painlessly as possible. By undergoing surgery for a cracked tooth in Chicago, you can restore your smile and prevent the issue from getting worse.
Root Canal
When your cracked tooth in Chicago extends down to the root, you may need to undergo a root canal to kill the nerve and prevent further damage to the tooth itself. A root canal can be an extensive and somewhat painful procedure if you were to stay awake for it. To minimize your distress, your dentist may put you under local or general sedation for the procedure’s duration.
The dentist will drill into the tooth all the way down to the root, then remove the nerve so that the tooth is no longer in danger of becoming infected.
Once the root canal is finished, your dentist may awaken you and allow you to recover from the effects of anesthesia. You may need to eat soft food and rest for several days after your procedure.
Crowns
Before you are awakened from anesthesia, your dentist may put a crown on the tooth. The crown may be made out of a material such as ceramic or porcelain that will look like real tooth enamel. It will have the same color as the rest of your teeth so that it blends seamlessly. A crown can last for upwards of 10 years and will allow you to eat and talk normally.
You can find out more about dental treatments online. Contact South Loop Dental Specialists today for more information.
