Likely causes
- A fall or knock to the face
- Biting something hard
- Old fillings or large cavities weakening the tooth
What to do until your appointment
- Rinse gently with warm water
- Keep any broken piece in milk or saliva
- Use a cold pack on the outside of the cheek if it is swollen
When it is urgent
- Bleeding that does not stop
- A knocked-out tooth
- Swelling or severe pain
If you have swelling that affects breathing or swallowing, go to the nearest hospital straight away.
Treatment that fixes it
Zirconia Crowns & Veneers is the treatment that usually fixes this. Dr. Kamran Shahzad will examine you and explain the options before any treatment starts.
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Written by the team at Dental Clinic by Dr. Kamran Shahzad.
This article is general information. Please see a dentist for advice about your own teeth.
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