What should I do if a small piece of my big tooth falls off?

Teeth are important organs for chewing food, and they are also relatively hard organs of humans. If a small piece of tooth falls off, it may be caused by tooth decay or calcium deficiency. But no matter what the cause is, if a small piece of the molar falls off, it must be filled in time. Otherwise, if it is left for a long time, food residues will easily accumulate, which will seriously damage the health of the teeth.

What should I do if half of my tooth falls out?

First, the hole is not big and no nerves are exposed.

If the hole left behind after the decayed tooth falls out is not very large and the nerve is not exposed, then it can be directly filled. However, if the hole is close to the nerve and there is inflammation, then the inflammation must be treated first and then the tooth can be repaired accordingly.

Second, the nerves have been exposed

If the cavity has exposed the nerve, then root canal treatment is needed. If the cavity is small, direct treatment will be sufficient. If the cavity is large, a full crown tooth restoration will be required. Otherwise, the desired treatment effect will not be achieved. As for the size of the cavity, the dentist will make a more professional judgment for you, so you don’t have to worry about this issue.

Third, only the roots remain

If only the root is left of the tooth decay, and it is located at the back of the tooth, in severe cases it will cause separation between the roots. In this case, the only option is to extract the tooth. However, if it is a front tooth and the disease is not that serious, you can also choose root canal treatment or tooth repair.

How to prevent tooth decay

1. Choose fluoride toothpaste

Using fluoride toothpaste with a high-quality toothbrush can enhance the plaque removal effect and protect teeth from bacterial acid production. It can transform the hydroxyapatite structure of tooth enamel into more acid-resistant fluoroapatite, and can also repair tooth enamel that has been damaged by acid.

2. Healthy diet

Calcium is an important component of tooth tissue, and the development of baby teeth is even more inseparable from calcium. Pay attention to supplementing calcium from a variety of foods, such as milk, cheese and green vegetables, which is beneficial to the health of teeth.

3. Eat less sugar or sugary snacks

If you do not clean your teeth promptly after eating candy or snacks rich in sucrose, the bacteria in your mouth will quickly convert the sugar and starch particles into acidic substances, which will damage the tooth enamel. Eating less sugar or sugary snacks is essential to maintaining dental health.

4. Check your teeth regularly

Caries is a chronic disease. Under the combined effect of the above-mentioned caries-causing factors, teeth will become decayed in about one and a half years. Regular oral examinations at the dentist can help you understand the condition of your oral cavity and teeth in a timely manner, provide timely treatment, and prevent the further development of caries.

5. Don’t eat sweets before sleeping

Don't eat sweets before going to bed, and brush your teeth and rinse your mouth before going to bed. Some children like to eat before going to bed, and some even like to sleep with candy in their mouths, which will definitely cause their teeth to decay. In addition, for babies, mothers should not let their children sleep with nipples in their mouths.