Broken Tooth on Denture: Repair Options

A broken tooth can be a challenging problem for anyone, but a broken denture tooth is a different matter. In some ways, this is not as big of an issue, though it is no less important to take care of in a timely manner. If you wear dentures and break or crack one of the replacement teeth, you may be able to tackle the repair by yourself. However, most professionals would advise you to contact your dentist so you can be comfortable knowing the job is in the right hands.

Take great care

Just like natural teeth, dentures can break from blows to the face, slips and falls, accidents and various other incidents and activities. It is important for patients to exercise caution when they wear full or partial dentures. Those who wear this apparatus should handle them with care during cleaning. It is a good idea to place a towel or something soft over the counter or sink when brushing or rinsing the mouth appliance. Also, if dentures dry out, they can become misshapen or warped.

Home remedies

Minor chips and breaks on denture teeth are not uncommon for those who wear the apparatus. There are even ways to try to fix the problem at home , at least temporarily. To repair the tooth before getting in for a dentist appointment, a person could use super glue to hold it in place. Make sure the area is completely dry before applying the glue and then fit in the tooth correctly. After the glue dries, the wearer should get rid of any remaining glue.

Take-home kits

The local drugstore or grocery store should have some over-the-counter products that allow a denture-wearer to fix smaller breaks. The preliminary steps are similar to what one would do when using super glue. It is important to follow the directions on the product appropriately. It may be helpful to research take-home solutions online and read reviews.

Call the dentist

As convenient as these two solutions may seem, the right move is usually to contact a dental professional and schedule an appointment. A dentist has the tools, skills and experience to effectively repair a broken tooth on a denture. It is particularly critical to let a dentist handle repairs if the denture base has cracked. This process will take a little longer because the dentist may have to send the appliance to a lab, but the wearer can have peace of mind that it will come back in good condition.

A broken tooth does not have to stay that way

You should take a tooth break in your dentures as seriously as you would take a break of a natural tooth. It is nice to know that there is help available and that you get your dentures looking good and working properly once more. You can try to make the repairs yourself, but most of the time it is more effective to let a professional handle the situation. Schedule an appointment with your dentist today to look at your dentures.

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