Your Scottsdale dentist assesses your tooth to determine whether it can be saved. We look at the following:
- The Type of Tooth Break: Certain vertical breaks make it difficult to cap the tooth.
- The Extent of Damage: If tooth damage is extensive, we may opt for extraction and replacement.
- If a Root Canal Fails: If a root canal treatment fails, it may be difficult to save the tooth.
When your tooth cannot be saved, the dentist will always explain why and lay out your tooth replacement options.
Why Tooth Replacement Matters
Tooth replacement is a crucial part of your ongoing oral health and function. When you have missing teeth, you are at risk for:
- Tooth Migration: Teeth shifting toward smile gaps and throwing off your bite.
- Jawbone Deterioration: Bone loss in the jaw due to missing tooth roots.
- Additional Tooth Loss and Complications: Tooth migration can lead to additional tooth loss, tooth fractures, and difficulty chewing.
Tooth Replacement in Scottsdale, AZ
The dentist will evaluate you for a dental bridge after extracting the tooth that cannot be saved.
The dental bridge is a custom prosthetic made up of up to three replacement teeth. It is connected to the healthy teeth on either side of your smile gap using dental crowns.
After placement, we’ll let you know how to best care for your dental bridge and what products to purchase, such as a floss threader and a small cleaning brush.
It’s important to continue visiting us for checkups and teeth cleanings, and to continue brushing and flossing at least twice daily.
Contact Your Dentist in Scottsdale, AZ
For more information about our treatments and services or to schedule an assessment with our family dentist in Scottsdale, call us today at (480) 591-8111. You can also request an appointment online.
Remember to ask about our exclusive savings plans.