EMERGENCY HELPLINE
The substance teeth overlaying teeth is the most powerful tissue in a human’s body, it’s not completely invincible. There are many possible accidents causing teeth to break. 
Sometimes simply chewing a pencil or something similar may be the cause of the cracking. Intense sports activities are probably the most common reason for broken teeth. Make sure you use a mouth guard if you participate in dangerous sports!
Teeth can become susceptible to breaking when cavities or tooth rot disintegration debilitates one’s teeth. In such cases even chewing tough food is a risk. We at Dental Emergency Cheadle can pinpoint several of the most damaging substances for the firmness of teeth. These are potato chips, alcohol, citruses, ice, tough candies, coffee, soda, dried fruit and various so-called sports beverages.
Types of broken teeth
There are several various types of broken teeth. To name a few
One cannot treat broken tooth / teeth at home. The professional intervention of a skilled dentist is needed. Sometimes cracks on teeth are not even visible, but the patient experiences pains when simply chewing, tasting hot or cold drinks and similar. Therefore – make sure you visit professional dentist experts such as those with Dental Emergency Cheadle.
Our services are available from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM on weekdays, with appointment-only treatments on Saturdays. We are closed on Sundays. After 6:00 PM, you can still reach us on 0161 428 2355 for urgent inquiries. Contact us to book an appointment!
Routine and emergency appointments available at Dental Emergency Cheadle.
Call Us: 0161 768 2028 or click on the link below
Call the dental emergency helpline or out-of-hours call on 0161 768 2026
Our highly trained operator will answer your call, take your details and book an appointment
You will be then asked to pay a small emergency call out charge using a credit or debit card.
Yes. Broken teeth can expose the tooth’s nerve or inner layers. This can cause intense pain, sensitivity or infection. You may not experience pain immediately, but a broken tooth needs to be treated quickly to avoid further damage.
Rinse your mouth gently with warm water to clean around the broken area. Apply gentle pressure with gauze if there is bleeding. Place a cold compress on your cheek to help with swelling. Save any broken tooth pieces that you can and call an emergency dentist right away.
Pain occurs when the broken area exposes the tooth’s dentin or pulp (nerve). You may experience a sharp, throbbing pain when eating, drinking, or breathing in cold air. In some cases, the tooth may become infected quickly and cause even more pain.
Yes, but be very careful. Eat only soft foods and try not to chew on the broken side. Stay away from very hot, cold or sweet foods and drinks, which may trigger pain. Drinking water is fine, but it is better to use a straw to avoid contact with the broken tooth.
Treatment depends on the severity of the break:
A broken tooth that isn’t painful can still decay, become infected and sustain further damage. You need to see a dentist as soon as possible to save the tooth and prevent further damage.
No. Teeth do not heal on their own. If a tooth is broken, only a dentist can restore the tooth and prevent infection and tooth loss.
Visit the AE if the injury results in uncontrollable bleeding, significant swelling to the face, difficulty breathing or swallowing, or if the broken tooth is part of an extensive facial injury. Otherwise, an emergency dentist is your best option.
