Cracked Tooth Syndrome (CTS)
Definition :
➡ CTS is a dental condition characterized by sharp pain during chewing, often
without any visible signs of damage to the tooth.
➡ It results from a hidden or "subclinical" crack or incomplete fracture within
the tooth structure.
➡ The key symptom is intense, momentary pain when biting down on food or
objects, especially during chewing.
Symptoms
➡ Sharp, fleeting pain occurs when releasing biting pressure.
➡ Pain is typically short-lived but can be severe.
➡ The pain arises as the tooth's segments separate during biting, reducing
pressure on the nerves within the pulp.
➡ When biting pressure is released, the segments snap back together,
increasing pressure on the nerves and causing pain.
➡ Pain may not be consistent and can be challenging to reproduce during
dental examinations.
Causes of CTS:
1. Attrition: Tooth wear over time, typically due to aging.
2. Bruxism: Teeth grinding, often during sleep, which can weaken tooth
structure.
Definition :
➡ CTS is a dental condition characterized by sharp pain during chewing, often
without any visible signs of damage to the tooth.
➡ It results from a hidden or "subclinical" crack or incomplete fracture within
the tooth structure.
➡ The key symptom is intense, momentary pain when biting down on food or
objects, especially during chewing.
Symptoms
➡ Sharp, fleeting pain occurs when releasing biting pressure.
➡ Pain is typically short-lived but can be severe.
➡ The pain arises as the tooth's segments separate during biting, reducing
pressure on the nerves within the pulp.
➡ When biting pressure is released, the segments snap back together,
increasing pressure on the nerves and causing pain.
➡ Pain may not be consistent and can be challenging to reproduce during
dental examinations.
Causes of CTS:
1. Attrition: Tooth wear over time, typically due to aging.
2. Bruxism: Teeth grinding, often during sleep, which can weaken tooth
structure.
