A chipped, cracked, or broken tooth can happen in an instant — a sports collision, a fall, or biting down on something harder than expected.
OraCore Dental helps patients throughout Severn, MD get a damaged tooth repaired quickly and comfortably, whether that means simple bonding or a full crown. If the injury just happened, our emergency dentist team can often see you the same day.
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A chipped tooth happens when a piece of the hard outer enamel breaks away, while a cracked or fractured tooth involves a deeper split that can extend toward the root. According to the Cleveland Clinic, common causes include sports injuries, falls, biting hard foods or ice, using teeth to open packaging, and grinding, and treatment can range from simple polishing for minor chips to bonding, veneers, crowns, or a root canal for more serious damage. The American Dental Association advises rinsing with warm water, applying a cold compress to reduce swelling, and seeing a dentist as soon as possible — waiting can allow bacteria to reach the inner tooth and turn a simple repair into a bigger problem.
Not every crack is obvious. Common signs we see in Severn patients include:
The right treatment depends on how much of the tooth is affected:
Minor chips that don’t affect the tooth’s structure or nerve are often treated with same-visit bonding. Chips or cracks that affect a visible front tooth may call for a veneer if the underlying structure is still sound. Once a fracture involves a larger portion of the tooth or its cusps, a crown typically offers the most durable, long-term protection. If the crack has reached the pulp and is causing lingering pain or sensitivity, a root canal usually needs to happen before any crown or restoration is placed. In rare cases where a tooth is fractured below the gumline or split vertically, extraction and replacement may be the most practical path forward. We’ll take X-rays and examine the tooth closely so you understand exactly which category yours falls into.
Cost depends heavily on which repair option your tooth needs — bonding is generally the most affordable, while a crown, root canal, or replacement involves more material and lab work. Our team verifies your insurance benefits before treatment begins so you know what to expect, and patients without applicable coverage can ask about our in-house membership plan for reduced rates.
After bonding or a crown, avoid chewing ice, hard candy, or pens, and consider a nightguard if grinding contributed to the original damage. Regular brushing, flossing, and routine cleanings and checkups help us catch any new stress on the tooth before it becomes a repeat repair.
We regularly see patients from throughout Severn and the surrounding area, including those near Fort George G. Meade, Odenton, Hanover, and Millersville.
Patients reach us easily using the Baltimore–Washington Parkway (MD-295), Interstate 97, MD-100, and MD-176 (Dorsey Road), all of which run through or border Severn. Our office is located at 1215 Annapolis Rd, Ste 208, Odenton, MD 21113.
Often, yes — contact our office right away and we'll do our best to get you in quickly.
No — many minor chips are repaired with same-visit bonding. A crown is generally reserved for more extensive fractures.
Most bonding and veneer procedures require little to no numbing and cause minimal discomfort. If a root canal is needed, the area is fully numbed first.
With good care, bonding typically lasts 5-10 years before it may need touch-up or replacement.
Rinse with warm water, apply a cold compress to any swelling, and call our office as soon as possible.
Yes, bonding, veneers, and crowns are all shade-matched to blend naturally with your smile.
Yes — we regularly treat patients from Fort George G. Meade, Odenton, Hanover, and Millersville in addition to Severn.
A broken or chipped tooth is easiest and least expensive to treat when it's addressed quickly. OraCore Dental proudly serves Severn and the surrounding Fort Meade area with fast, comfortable tooth repair. Contact our office today to schedule your appointment, or call us at (410) 551-4600.
