When you notice that you have some sort of damage or a slim fissure in your tooth by looking (or when you are pretty certain you bite into something and feel your tooth crack), you can feel like you’re in limbo afterwards. Is something wrong? Is it just a bit of tissue lost but it’s purely esthetic in nature? These things are generally hard to identify with the tools and knowledge that you have. Sometimes, like in the case of a crack, this can lead to problems for your oral health. See us no matter what! As for some preliminary explanations, let’s talk details.
Chips
Let’s start at the least serious form of damage to your teeth when we’re talking about tissue loss. Chips! They’re cosmetic in nature. That means that you don’t have to address them with restorative care because they don’t actually impact your oral health. Instead, you just might dislike the way they look or feel. If you’re not happy with them, no problem: Cosmetic care will fix them right up.
Craze Lines
These are cracks, yes, but they aren’t damaging your tooth’s health or your overall oral health. Like chips, this isn’t something big to worry about. Instead, recognize that they’re very little fissures that show up in enamel (your tooth’s outer layer). We can cover them or bleach them with whitening. Or, you may simply ignore them.
True Cracks
Now, a true crack is one in which your tooth is fractured in some way. This is a serious issue for your oral health and requires immediate restorative care. Otherwise, as bacteria head inside your tooth, you may be headed toward infection.
Treat Your Smile By Scheduling A Dental Checkup
Before you start making guesses, even if they are educated, call us up. We will take a look at your chip or crack for you to let you know what it is and what you need. Visit us for a dental checkup in Ankeny, IA by contacting Dental Impressions to schedule a visit at (515) 965-0230.
