“My son cracked his tooth and won't get if fixed. Are there any risks?”
In a fight, my son cracked his tooth and no matter what I do or say to him, he won't get it fixed. He's 23, so he feels that he doesn't have to do what I say. Could he experience any complications because of this?
8 Answers
DentistCrackedTooth
It can be infected later
The complications that can be associated with this are due to the exposed underlying tooth structure. The exposed underlying tooth structure is softer and more subject to wear. Additionally, it is more subject to cavity formation. If not treated, worst case scenario, over time this will lead to loss of the tooth.
Without proper radiograph and clinical examination it's hard to tell what damage has been done and especially the course of treatment because the trauma that was in deward during the incident that cracked a tooth may not have symptoms for 5 years or more then it may result in a dark shaded tooth which indicates a nerve that is dying. At this point there's little that can be done to save the tooth except for root canal and a permanent Crown both of which are much more expensive then determining the Damage Done Now.
Cracked teeth expose the layer of tooth beneath the enamel called dentin. The dentin can develop tooth decay and it can allow germs to penetrate into the core of the tooth and infect the pulp requiring the need for root canal therapy. Your son should see a dentist immediately and get a first hand opinion.
If your son doesn’t want to get fixed, it's because the condition is not severe, otherwise, be sure he will look for help.
Good luck.
Good luck.
Lets just say you will be vindicated at some point! The tooth will eventually die and he will need to have root canal therapy or an extraction. It may take months or even years for this to happen. It will be a rude awakening when it does because it will probably hurt a lot when it does. Don't worry, your son will come around when the pain hits. Hopefully it will not be to late to save the tooth when it does.
Absolutely. He may ultimately experience pain in this tooth. He may end up needing root canal treatment and a porcelain crown. Continued neglect may cause this tooth to require extraction.
It depends how deep is the crack.If it is just superficial in the enamel beside cosmetic disadvantage there is no risk. If the crack gets to the next layer dentin he might develop a decay since dentin is much softer then enamel hence more prone to bacterial infection and damage.If the crack is even deeper and reaches tooth pulp where all the nerves and veins are then tooth might get infected and died leading to the root canal therapy or extraction.
