Expert Broken Tooth Repair for North Finchley Patients

If you break a tooth you should seek advice promptly. Seek urgent care if you are in significant pain, which could indicate nerve exposure. A sharp edge can cut your tongue or cheek, making this an urgent issue. Even without pain a fracture weakens the tooth and can lead to more breaks and more costly treatment. Many patients from North Finchley seek immediate cosmetic repair when the broken tooth is visible when they smile. We reserve urgent appointments during our office hours: Mon, Wed, Fri 9 AM to 5 PM and Tue, Thu 11 AM to 7 PM.

For small chips on front teeth, bonding is quick and simple. A tooth coloured composite resin is applied, shaped, and polished to match your tooth. Most visits take 30 to 60 minutes and no anaesthetic is needed. A patient from N12 had a chipped front tooth; bonding was completed in under an hour and looked indistinguishable from the original.

When a large piece breaks off, especially on a chewing tooth, a crown is usually the best option. A crown covers the remaining tooth to restore its shape, size and strength. We use digital scanning and CAD CAM to craft precise crowns. The process includes preparing the tooth, taking a digital impression, and placing a temporary crown, with the final crown fitting about two weeks later. This solution protects the tooth from further damage and has a strong long-term track record.

If the fracture exposes the tooth’s nerve, root canal treatment might be needed to prevent infection and save the tooth. This involves removing the damaged pulp, cleaning the inside of the tooth, and sealing it. After the root canal, a crown is placed to protect the tooth. Dr. Ashok Reddy has over 20 years of experience with these procedures, using dental operating microscopes for precision. The treatment is performed under local anaesthetic and is an effective way to save a severely broken tooth from extraction.

Your appointment starts with a discussion about how the tooth was broken and what symptoms you’re experiencing. Next, we examine the tooth and the surrounding gums. We then use digital X-rays or a 3D CBCT scan to assess the extent of the damage, check if the fracture has reached the root or affected the nerve. This imaging helps us form an accurate diagnosis. Finally, we review the findings with you, explain suitable repair options with their pros and cons and costs, and lay out a personalised treatment plan. For simple repairs like bonding, we can often complete the treatment in the same 60-minute appointment.

Aftercare depends on the type of repair. For cosmetic bonding, you can eat and drink normally right away but should avoid biting hard foods with the repaired tooth to prevent chipping. For a crown, the tooth may feel sensitive for a few days, which is manageable with standard pain relief. We recommend a soft diet for 24 to 48 hours. Long term, care for your repaired tooth the same as your natural teeth with regular brushing, flossing and check-ups. Call our practice during office hours if you experience severe pain, if a temporary crown comes off, or if the final restoration feels loose. For emergencies outside these times, call 111 or go to A&E.

Costs vary with the solution. A simple bonding procedure may cost a few hundred pounds, while a complex root canal and crown will be more. For example, a dental implant to replace a non restorable tooth starts from £2,500 plus the crown. At your initial assessment we provide a fully itemised plan with a clear breakdown of all costs, so there are no surprises. We are a private practice and do not offer NHS treatment, but we accept insurance from Denplan, Cigna and Max Bupa. We will help with claim paperwork.

To decide what is right for you, ask any provider these questions whether it is us or another practice in North London. What are all my options for repairing this tooth and what are the pros and cons of each? How long can I expect the repair to last? What is the total cost and does it include follow-up appointments? Will the repair be visible and how will you match it to my other teeth? What are the risks if I do nothing for now? What experience do you have with this repair?