Probably everyone from childhood knows that the problems with the teeth can not be shelved, otherwise the situation can worsen so much that it will be impossible to save the sick tooth. Certainly, that in a situation when the teeth began to crumble, it is necessary to do something urgently, and the most correct decision in this case is an urgent visit to the dentist.
Elimination of tooth decay
Having discovered that one or more pieces of a tooth broke away from the tooth, it is advisable to collect them, then to show the doctor. If this was not done, it's okay. Further it is recommended to thoroughly rinse the oral cavity with saline solution, especially if there is pain, and do not hesitate to contact the dentist.
To eliminate the problem of tooth decay, it is important not only to tidy the injured tooth, but also to understand the causes of this phenomenon. After all, this trouble is often associated with a systemic pathology in the body, without eliminating which the destruction of teeth can progress. So, tooth crumbling can be caused by a violation of metabolic processes, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract, beriberi, etc. However, most often the problem lies in insufficient oral hygiene, cracking solid food or in using the teeth for other purposes.
To restore a crumbled tooth, two main methods are used:
- Sealing, art restoration - is performed, as a rule, with small disruptions.
- Prosthetics - installation on the damaged tooth (after its treatment) crowns , inserts, veneers.
In cases where the increased fragility of the teeth is diagnosed, the dentist can perform the procedure for sealing fissures and apply a special strengthening lacquer, which will significantly protect your teeth from external damaging factors.
What if the wisdom tooth is crumbling?
Wisdom teeth very often appear already with damaged enamel and signs of caries, therefore their crumbling is far from uncommon.
What if the front tooth is crumbling?
The crumbling of the front teeth is most unpleasant, but even in this case, thanks to modern technologies, it is easy to restore the former smile. Most often, the method of artistic restoration using a filling material or installation of a veneer .