Tooth Fracture / Cracked Tooth
About the disease & condition
A tooth fracture or crack involves a partial or complete break in the structure of a tooth. Cracks can affect the enamel, dentin, or even the pulp, leading to pain, sensitivity, and risk of infection. Early diagnosis and treatment help preserve the tooth and restore normal function.
Known symptoms
- Pain while chewing or biting.
- Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks.
- Visible cracks or lines on the tooth.
- Occasional swelling or discomfort around the affected area.
Known causes
- Trauma or sports-related injuries.
- Chewing hard foods or ice.
- Large fillings that weaken the tooth structure.
- Habits like nail-biting or teeth grinding.
Care
- Dental examination and assessment.
- X-rays or special dyes to detect cracks.
- Protective measures, such as mouthguards during sports.
- Repair using dental bonding, crowns, or root canal treatment if pulp is involved.
- Avoiding hard foods and harmful oral habits.
Relevant Specialities
Dental
Our Department of Dental, Clinical, Oral, and Maxillofacial Surgery delivers specialist care for complex dental, facial and oral conditions through a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, restorative dentists, orthodontists and allied specialists. We offer TMJ and facial pain clinics, advanced implant and zygomatic solutions, complex trauma and reconstructive surgery, orthodontics (including clear aligners), endodontics and pediatric/special-needs dentistry that is often supported by a dedicated dental operating theatre. Diagnosis and planning use digital tools (CBCT, intraoral scanning, CAD-CAM, and AI-assisted workflows), while integrated perioperative care, laser therapy, and rehabilitation ensure safe, coordinated outcomes.
Our Department of Dental, Clinical, Oral, and Maxillofacial Surgery delivers specialist care for complex dental, facial and oral conditions through a multidisciplinary team of surgeons, restorative dentists, orthodontists and allied specialists. We offer TMJ and facial pain clinics, advanced implant and zygomatic solutions, complex trauma and reconstructive surgery, orthodontics (including clear aligners), endodontics and pediatric/special-needs dentistry that is often supported by a dedicated dental operating theatre. Diagnosis and planning use digital tools (CBCT, intraoral scanning, CAD-CAM, and AI-assisted workflows), while integrated perioperative care, laser therapy, and rehabilitation ensure safe, coordinated outcomes.
