What can be done immediately if a dental crown is broken?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
This happened this evening. I just need some guidance on what I can use to hold this crown together until I see the dentist. It is the front teeth, so if I open my mouth, the view will not be pleasant. I am currently taking Propranolol 60 mg daily.
Please help.
Hi,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
Upon review, I think it is a tooth fracture. Please provide me with pictures or more details of presenting the complaint.
Here is what should be done:
- Tooth fracture if front teeth can be restored with composite.
- You can preserve the fractured segment of the tooth, preferably in milk, until examination.
- I would suggest a tooth vitality test. I think it is an Ellis fracture. The prognosis would be fair, in my opinion.
Hope I have solved your query. I will be happy to help you further.
Thank you.
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