The anterior teeth (canines and incisors) cut and tear food, while the posterior teeth (premolars and molars) grind and chew. The posterior teeth are also important in supporting the face’s vertical height. The face loses height and closes down if they are lost; this is known as posterior bite failure.

Teeth, unlike implants, slip; not only do these changes affect the alignment and biting ability of the remaining back teeth, but they also exert pressure on the front teeth, which appear to move or splay forward.

All of these improvements have ramifications for normal shape, which is referred to as aesthetics, as well as feature, which is referred to as bite. They will also damage other facial and jaw systems, affecting anything from the skin to the muscles and jaw joints. If the height of the jaw reduces, wrinkles appear, and the corners of the mouth droop, the appearance starts to change.

Furthermore, since the front teeth were not made for chewing, it may be painful to consume food. This is not to mention the social ramifications of teeth loss: smiling, chatting, humming, joking, and eating a nutritious diet all contribute to poor general and mental wellbeing.

The majority of oral and dental accidents are divided into three groups as a result of impacts to the soft tissues, jaws, and teeth themselves during an accident.

Soft tissues

Lips, noses, gums, and tongue bruises, scratches, and lacerations are included in injuries to soft tissues. To ensure that there are no entrapped bits of teeth or soil, these wounds would take meticulous washing and debridement. Sutures (stitches) may be required if the lacerations are serious. If there are puncture wounds, antibiotics and tetanus toxoid shots may be required to avoid severe and life-threatening infections.

Jaws

These include lower jaw dislocations and/or upper and lower jaw fractures. The trauma of tissues other than the teeth and the tissue that supports them, such as jaw bone breaks, will necessitate more extensive examination and scanning. The treatment of clear jaw dislocations is usually straightforward. Depending on the severity and position of the fracture, jaw fractures can require anything from easy fixation to splinting of a set of teeth.

Dental

It ranges from crazing and quick chipping through complicated cracks and avulsions, everything to do with teeth. If the teeth are broken, a term that refers to a breach in the outer defensive layers of a tooth, the enamel and dentin, more severe complications exist. If the fracturing is severe enough to expose the tooth’s inner pulp, you should see a dentist right away to avoid damaging the tooth.

A deep tooth fracture will jeopardize the whole tooth as well as the protection of the adjacent teeth. Plaque can be able to penetrate the layers of the tooth and develop an infection as a result of the fracturing. We’ll go through many different forms of tooth fractures in this post.

Oblique supragingival fracture

A break in the upper portion of the tooth that is behind the gum line is known as an oblique supragingival fracture. This form of fracture does not cause acute discomfort, but if left untreated, it may lead to infection or pain in the future.

Oblique subgingival fracture

An oblique subgingival fracture is one that occupies a larger portion of the tooth and can also extend down the root to the jawbone under the gum line. This form of fracture can cause excruciating pain and make even basic activities painful, such as chewing, speaking, or even sitting still.

Oblique root fracture

An oblique root fracture is a type of tooth fracture that occurs under the gum line and can stretch all the way through the jaw. This fracture, unlike most mild fractures, will be exceedingly painful and will necessitate specialist endodontic care.

Vertical furcation fracture

The tooth splits and becomes two or three roots in a vertical furcation fracture. The patient will experience discomfort as a result of the injury, and will be unable to properly use the tooth for simple functions.

Vertical apical root fracture

A vertical apical root fracture occurs where the tooth and root are fractured straight down the center. This form of fracture can be debilitating and necessitates medical attention.

Vertical root fracture

A vertical root fracture occurs when a portion of the tooth root breaks off. Brittle roots caused by nerve death in the tooth or a wrong root canal are the common causes.