Saving Cracked Teeth Begins With Early Diagnosis
Dental advice for cracked teeth is often not sought until the symptoms are evident. By that time, the damage is already done with cracks having reached the blood and nervous tissue. Small crack can become large cracks in no time due to repeated stress on the crack among other factors.
The notable signs are sensitivity to hot and cold temperatures and intermittent pain. A major factor contributing to cracked teeth is the increasing lifespan of people meaning that the teeth are subjected to repetitive stress injury.
Early detection of cracks cuts the work for endodontists who are in a position to provide treatment. Early treatment implies that tooth loss will be avoided.
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