Types of Broken Teeth

• Chipped tooth: Small piece broken from the corner — often painless but sharp edges can cut the tongue
• Cracked tooth: Crack extends from the chewing surface toward the root — may or may not be painful
• Split tooth: Tooth split into two segments — often cannot be saved
• Vertical root fracture: Crack starts at the root and extends upward — often requires extraction
• Broken cusp: Piece of the chewing surface breaks off — often around an old filling

What to Do With a Broken Tooth

Call Cool Smilez immediately at 786-600-0494. Rinse your mouth with warm water. If bleeding, apply gentle pressure with gauze. Save any broken pieces if possible. Apply a cold pack to the outside of your face to reduce swelling. Take over-the-counter pain relievers if needed. Do NOT use super glue or other adhesives on the tooth.

Treatment Options for Broken Teeth

Dental bonding: For small chips — composite resin is applied and shaped. Dental crown: For larger breaks — protects the remaining tooth structure. Root canal + crown: If the break has exposed the pulp. Extraction: If the tooth cannot be saved. Dental veneer: For cosmetic chips on front teeth.

Can a Broken Tooth Be Saved?

It depends on the extent of the break. Small chips and cracks can almost always be repaired. Teeth broken at the gum line or with vertical root fractures may need extraction. We will evaluate your tooth and give you an honest assessment of your options.