Dental injuries can be distressing due to their unexpected nature and the impact they can have on your appearance. If you find yourself in a dental emergency near the 60073 area, we are available to provide prompt assistance and restore your comfort and smile.  We have outlined 5 bad common dental injuries that can occur. 

At our Smiles of Round Lake office, we frequently handle five dental injuries.

Broken Tooth

Breaking a tooth can be a painful and concerning experience, particularly when you feel the sharp edges of your tongue and realize that your tooth is fractured. The severity of the fracture will determine whether or not you experience any pain.

Regardless of the situation, professional dental care is necessary for a fractured tooth. When a tooth is fractured, it becomes vulnerable to bacteria and may require extraction due to compromised structure. However, opting for a dental crown can effectively address the issue and preserve the tooth.

Knocked-Out Tooth

You miss the ball while playing with the kids and it hits a front tooth. An accident or fall may have caused the tooth impact. This is not only painful but needs immediate attention. Gently place the tooth back in the socket or keep it in saliva. This prevents the tissue on the tooth from drying out. Contact us immediately as we may still be able to save it.

Broken Filling

If you have a broken filling or crown, it can expose your tooth to food and bacteria from the outside world. While dental restorations can last a long time with proper care, they may still require replacement at times.

Broken Crown

Dental crowns provide protection for your tooth, however, they can be susceptible to damage from teeth grinding or biting on hard objects such as olive pits or ice cubes.

It is possible to replace a broken crown before your tooth experiences additional decay or infection, provided that you contact us promptly.

Chipped Tooth

Accidentally chipping your front teeth is a common occurrence, especially when biting into hard objects or glass bottles. Luckily, dental bonding provides a solution to fill in the chip, preventing it from staining or leading to decay.

We hope that our sharing with you the 5 bad common dental injuries lets you know that you are not alone when this happens.  Smiles of Round Lake is here for you.  We are a family dentistry that works hard to provide all ages with a beautiful smile.  Please give Smiles of Round Lake a call at 847-546-1542 to email [email protected].