Tooth broke off: Gap. (photo)

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My tooth broke off when I was eating now there is a gap an really hurts when ever a peace of food or hot or cold drinks hits it.

Steven Goldy, DDS · Answer

Although it is hard to say without examining your tooth with appropriate X-rays,  there appears to be decay in your tooth which is probably why it broke.  You should see a dentist as soon as possible to determine the best course of treatment.  It may be as simple as a filling, or as comprehensive as a root canal and crown.

Steven Goldy, DDS

Joseph B. Silberman, DMD, FAGD · Answer

That tooth broke because there is decay in the tooth. That's also why the tooth hurts. You need to see a dentist who can remove the decay and put a filling there. Try to do this as soon as you can.

David Taler, DDS, FAGD, DABOI/ID · Answer

Judging from the size of the break I would recommend a dental crown on that tooth. You may also need a root canal but that will have to be determined by the dentist With a x-ray. If you do not address this area soon it will only get worse and cause more pain and cost more money.

Dipesh Sitaram, MICCMO, FICCMO, DDS · Answer

You will likely need to have a crown placed. Your dentist will have to take an xray to evaluate.

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