Rodericks Dental Partners Blog

Did you know that nearly 90% of adults experience some form of gum disease? Yet, most people focus only on their teeth, neglecting their gums until problems arise.

A break, fracture or crack in a tooth can be caused by anything from biting into hard foods, tooth decay or tooth-grinding (bruxism), to accidental injury or age-related wear. Gum disease can also cause cracks in the roots of teeth.