Day: December 14, 2025

diagnosing a cracked tooth
Dr. Jeffrey Gross

Cracked Tooth Diagnosis: Why Your Tooth Hurts When You Bite

When we use the term ‘cracked’ in relation to dental care and teeth, it usually indicates trouble, and cracked tooth symptoms can be surprisingly difficult to diagnose.
Identifying a crack is one of the most challenging tasks I face as a dentist. Even after finding the crack, determining whether it’s actually causing your tooth pain when biting remains another challenge.

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