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FAQs about broken teeth and when they may be “saved” or removed
Royal Dental Practice understands that accidents happen. You may crack a tooth due to a fall, or a piece of your tooth from a sports injury. Dr. Roya Shoffet-Yaghoubian is also passionate about caring for seniors’ unique needs. As we age, new problems may arise. Certain unchecked dental habits, like chronic teeth grinding, can lead to fractures and make a tooth vulnerable to damage. Our West Hills, Los Angeles, California team provides care that is fit for royalty, regardless of whether your broken tooth requires removal or can be preserved. As appropriate, we also offer mobile dentistry services to diagnose and treat fractures from the comfort of your home. In select cases, fillings and extractions may be provided through mobile dentistry.
How will you determine the best treatment for my broken tooth?
It all starts with Dr. Shoffet evaluating the tooth. During a visit to our office (or your home), she will use her know-how and advanced technologies to diagnose your tooth. Treatment recommendations depend on the nature and severity of the crack or fracture. There are generally four different types of cracks:
- Craze lines – Hairline cracks, usually vertical, affecting the protective enamel of the teeth
- Fractured cusps – Breakage to the pointed parts of the tooth’s chewing surface
- Split teeth – Just as it sounds, a tooth may be split right down the middle
- Vertical root fractures – This cracking originates in the roots and extends up through the crown to the chewing surfaces of the teeth.
Do all of these cracks require treatment?
No. The first type mentioned above is primarily a cosmetic issue. You can develop these shallow depressions in the teeth due to wear and tear associated with aging. If you are bothered by the look of crazy lines, though, Dr. Shoffet is happy to discuss ways to cover them up. Procedures like dental bonding and porcelain veneers can make these imperfections disappear, restoring the youthful appearance of your teeth.
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Can teeth with the other types of cracks be saved?
Yes! Fractured cusps affect the tooth above the gumline—the crown. After removing damaged areas, we can often restore its look and strength by applying a new dental crown. Even a split tooth may get a second chance. Endodontic treatments like root canal therapy may be used to preserve the tooth, followed by restoration with a dental crown. Vertical root fractures, however, usually require extraction.
How do you remove a cracked tooth?
We use gentle, precise techniques to ensure a comfortable experience. Treatment may involve dental sedation or deeper options like general anesthesia or IV sedation, administered by an anesthesiologist. These are especially helpful for patients with Alzheimer’s or dementia, reducing confusion and discomfort.
Since not all cracks cause pain or visible changes, attending regular checkups is important. Dr. Shoffet can monitor your teeth and gums. If you experience discomfort that comes and goes or lingers after biting, contact Royal Dental Practice. Our West Hills, Los Angeles team also accommodates emergencies. Call us at (818) 334-6655.
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Bringing over 30 years of creative talent, skill, experience, and knowledge Dr. Roya Shoffet-Yaghoubian is a phenomenal doctor. Her drive to achieve the best result has earned her a spotless reputation in terms of dental excellence and as a great person, kind and empathetic towards the needs of her patients.
Her dental education at USC School of Dentistry and her long life eagerness for learning thru extensive courses and numerous seminars has brought her to become this successful passionate dentist that all her patients appreciate very much and travel from near and far. Dr. Roya Shoffet-Yaghoubian is a member of American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Fernando Valley Dental Society. Her capabilities range from all aspects of general dentistry including cosmetic dentistry to more complex restorative and periodontics, and oral surgery for all ages especially highly experienced and well known for geriatric dentistry, giving her patients a variety of options under the same roof.
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Her dental education at USC School of Dentistry and her long life eagerness for learning thru extensive courses and numerous seminars has brought her to become this successful passionate dentist that all her patients appreciate very much and travel from near and far. Dr. Roya Shoffet-Yaghoubian is a member of American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Fernando Valley Dental Society. Her capabilities range from all aspects of general dentistry including cosmetic dentistry to more complex restorative and periodontics, and oral surgery for all ages especially highly experienced and well known for geriatric dentistry, giving her patients a variety of options under the same roof.
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