In the past, a severely damaged tooth may have had to have been extracted. However, dentistry has grown by leaps and bounds over the years, and extractions may not be needed as often as in the past. One such situation that might have required an extraction in years gone by would be damaged or infected tooth pulp. If the enamel... read more »

There are many ways you can chip or break a tooth: biting down on a popcorn kernel, grinding your teeth, injury from contact sports, etc. A cracked tooth can have increased sensitivity and may even feel painful; luckily, a dentist can help. First of all, if your tooth has chipped or cracked then there are steps you need to take.... read more »