My teeth have snapped, can they be saved?

[LynneM]

Hi

This morning, my bottom back teeth both snapped on a piece of toast during breakfast. I am not sure if its tooth or filling thats snapped off but I can certainly see that both teeth look like they have been damaged.

I would like to know if teeth that have snapped can be saved or are they to be removed? If they are to be removed, what can be used to replace them. I would prefer to save them if possible, is there any hope?

[Dr Vahid Motahar]

Hi,

Thank you for your question.

The best way to guide you and treat you is you coming to see us so we can assess the situation. In large majority of the cases these damaged teeth can be repaired and restored. They may sometimes need some treatment but almost always we can restore them.