Are There Common Restorative Options for a Front Broken Tooth?

There are a variety of restorative options available for patients with a front broken tooth. Some of the more commonly recommended restorative options for a front broken tooth are dental crowns, porcelain veneers, and composite bonding. Dental fillings and root canal therapy may be an option for certain concerns. If necessary, dentists can provide tooth replacement.

Front broken tooth repair: what are my restorative options?

The recommended restorative option for a broken front tooth depends on the type and severity of the damage. The following is a more in-depth explanation of each restorative option and specifically when a dentist may recommend each option over all other alternative solutions.

Ceramic crowns

Dental crowns are perhaps the most common restorative option. They cover the entire tooth on all sides and offer superior protection. Dentists can use ceramic crowns for front broken teeth. These are tooth-colored, so they do not cause a cosmetic concern, and they offer excellent durability long-term.

Porcelain veneers

Porcelain veneers are used primarily to improve appearance, but veneers can also protect the underlying layers of teeth from damage as well. Porcelain veneers are customized in a laboratory to fit the specific tooth over which they are placed, although a minor amount of enamel may need to be removed to create room for the dental veneer.

Composite bonding

Composite bonding is similar to veneers in the sense they are used to address cosmetic concerns rather than more serious oral health issues. Bonding can be done in a single visit, whereas it takes two visits for porcelain veneers. Composite bonding is most notably used to fix chips, cracks, teeth stains, gaps between teeth, and teeth that are too short.

Dental fillings

Dental fillings can fill a front tooth that has a cavity, restoring the appearance and morphology of the tooth. They are minimally invasive and affordable restorative options. However, they are not ideal for addressing larger cavities (deep tooth decay) or other concerns such as severe cracks or chips.

Root canal therapy

Root canal therapy is often used to treat a tooth infection to a front tooth. This can save the tooth from becoming lost. Root canal therapy is also a restorative option for deep tooth decay or severely damaged front teeth. It is a more invasive procedure, however.

Tooth replacement

If a front broken tooth cannot be saved long-term, then the best course of action may be to replace it. There are several ways to replace a front tooth, including by way of a dental fixed bridge, partial removable denture, or implant-supported dental crown. All of these options offer a natural look that is similar to the natural tooth.

Schedule a visit for front broken tooth restoration

Our dentistry team offers restorative options for a front broken tooth as well as teeth further back in the mouth. If you have concerns about tooth damage or have gone more than six months since your last check-up and cleaning visit, then we encourage you to give us a call to schedule a visit today.

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