If you have cracked or broken your filling, don’t despair! But also, don’t ignore! This is unfortunately more common than you might think. Cracked or broken fillings that are not repaired quickly can cause many issues because bacteria can now freely enter the area. If that bacteria gets to the root of the tooth and starts leading to root decay, then a root canal may need to be preformed. If you have a cracked filling or a broken filling, contact Beckham Square Family Dental in Cincinnati today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Scott Malavich or Dr. Andrea Schmerler today.