A thorough diagnosis is the first step in dealing with a broken tooth, since not all cracks pose the same risk. Damage may result from chewing hard foods, tooth decay, or a sudden tear in weakened enamel, and understanding how much damage has occurred helps determine the right approach for a specific tooth. When a fractured cusp affects front teeth, or a crack extends deeper and the crack reaches the inner structure, treatment options vary based on severity. Solutions may include dental bonding using tooth colored resin, placement of a protective crown, or root canal treatment to remove damaged tissue, eliminate bacteria, and prevent infection. In some cases, tooth extraction is necessary in coordination with a general dentist. Our focus on comprehensive dental care supports long term oral health, helping patients protect their smile and function, even when a tooth is already broken. We aim to restore comfort, especially for sensitivity to cold foods, and streamline care with one visit solutions when possible. To support urgent needs, we offer same day appointments, including convenient same day appointments, so care is not delayed.
Cracked teeth may be preventable in many cases. If you avoid damaging habits like chewing on non-food objects and biting down on hard foods, you may be able to preserve your teeth.
Endodontists typically perform root canal therapy to save cracked teeth but that really depends on how extensive the crack is. Some cracked teeth cannot be saved and will require extraction. Cracked teeth cause inflammation that spreads to the interior, affecting the pulp. Pulp infection can cause pain as well as symptoms like fever or chills. Root canals stabilize the tooth, replacing damaged pulp with a biocompatible filling material and preserving the tooth for several years of wear.
Modern Micro Endodontics treats cracked teeth at six locations in New Jersey. Please get in touch with one of our offices to schedule a consultation.
If you have a cracked tooth, you may notice some or all of the following symptoms:
If you notice the symptoms of a cracked tooth, contact us as soon as possible for a consultation. The sooner we address your issue, the more likely we can save your tooth. Please call us at one of our six New Jersey locations today.
Our practice proudly serves patients across Northern and Central New Jersey, with office locations in Florham Park, Jersey City, Hoboken, Millburn, Cedar Grove, North Plainfield, Parsippany, and Bayonne.
We welcome patients from Bergen, Essex, Hudson, Morris, and Union Counties, as well as nearby cities, including Bayonne, Bloomfield, Caldwell, Cedar Grove, Chatham, Clifton, Cranford, East Hanover, Edgewater, Glen Ridge, Guttenberg, Harding Township, Jersey City, Lincoln Park, Livingston, Madison, Maplewood, Montclair, Montville, Morristown, North Bergen, Nutley, Secaucus, South Orange, Summit, Union, Union City, Verona, Weehawken, West New York, West Orange, Westfield, and Whippany.
