Broken Filling / Tooth
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Key Aspects of Broken Filling & Tooth Care
A broken filling or tooth can lead to pain, sensitivity, and difficulty eating, as well as leave the area vulnerable to further damage or infection. Understanding the cause and receiving prompt care are essential for protecting your oral health. Timely treatment helps prevent complications, supports long-term dental stability, and keeps everyday activities comfortable.
Pain & Sensitivity
Discomfort may range from mild irritation to sharp pain, especially when biting or exposed to hot or cold.
Structural Damage
A broken filling or tooth compromises the strength of the affected area, increasing the risk of further cracking or decay.
Oral Function
Chewing, speaking, and daily routines can be affected when a tooth is weakened or painful. Don't compromise your oral function.
Restoration & Protection
Treatments such as replacement fillings, dental crowns, bonding, or veneers help restore shape, function, and long-term stability.
A broken filling or tooth is an important oral health concern
Damage to a tooth or filling can affect how you eat, speak, and carry on with daily activities. It may result from decay, wear, trauma, or biting into something hard, and can lead to pain, sensitivity, or further breakage if left untreated. Prioritising prompt care helps protect the tooth, prevent infection, and maintain long-term oral health—just as you would with any other aspect of your wellbeing.
You may need dental attention if you notice sharp edges, pain when chewing, increased sensitivity, visible damage, or swelling around the tooth.
We provide examinations, X-rays, replacement fillings, dental crowns, bonding, root canal treatment (when necessary), emergency appointments, and guidance on protecting the tooth.
Frequent causes include tooth decay, weakened fillings, accidental injury, teeth grinding, biting hard foods, and natural wear over time.
You may ease symptoms by keeping the area clean, avoiding hard foods, using over-the-counter pain relief, and protecting sharp edges with dental wax until you can be seen by a dentist.