How We Handle Dental Trauma Treatment
Dental trauma treatment covers a wider range than most people expect. It's not just a tooth knocked out at a hockey game. A fracture from biting down on something hard, a crack that showed up slowly over months, or a chip from an old filling giving way β these all count. Dr. Rohr trained to assess all of it and match the fix to the actual damage, not just the most convenient option.
The goal is always to save the tooth if we can. Crowns, bonding, and in some cases endodontic treatment all play a role depending on how far the damage goes. We explain the options in plain language so you can make a call you feel good about.
When a Fracture Needs More Than Bonding
Not every fracture is a quick bond-and-go situation. When a crack runs deep into the tooth structure, or when you're feeling sharp pain when you bite, that's a sign the damage is more serious. Dr. Rohr checks for fracture lines that extend toward or below the gumline, which changes what kind of restoration will actually work.
For those cases, a crown is usually the better answer. It wraps the whole tooth and keeps the fracture from spreading further. If you've been putting off a tooth that's been bothering you, come in and let us take an X-ray. A fracture caught early is a much easier fix than one that's had months to worsen.