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When a Root Canal Fails: A Permanent Solution for a Front Tooth Emergency
When a front tooth breaks or a previous root canal fails, it affects far more than appearance; it impacts chewing, confidence, speech, and long-term oral health. This is exactly what happened to a patient who visited our Kansas City office after her front tooth fractured at the gumline. The tooth could not be repaired and required immediate attention.
At Gordon Dental Implants & Cosmetics, we specialize in front tooth dental implants, smile restoration, and permanent solutions for failed root canal teeth. Dr. Philip Gordon, a Board-Certified Implant Specialist (ABOI), has placed and restored more than 10,000 dental implants, making him one of the most experienced providers in the Kansas City, Overland Park, Leawood, and Olathe area.
Why Root Canal Teeth Sometimes Break or Fail
Even well-performed root canals can weaken teeth over time. When the structure becomes compromised, patients may experience:
- Fractures or cracks in the tooth
- Recurrent infection or abscess
- Discoloration
- Pain when biting
- Tooth breaking at or below the gumline
Once the root canal tooth is fractured, it often cannot be saved, and the best long-term option is a dental implant.
The Patient’s Story: From Broken Tooth to Beautiful Smile
This patient arrived feeling embarrassed, frustrated, and worried. Her front tooth had broken off completely, and the remaining root structure was failing. Eating and smiling became a daily challenge.
Our Treatment Plan Included:
Gentle extraction of the failed root canal tooth
Immediate dental implant placement to preserve bone and support a natural-looking temporary tooth
Custom temporary crown so she never had to go without a front tooth
After healing, a final porcelain implant crown designed to match the surrounding teeth perfectly
The transformation was dramatic, not only in her smile but in her confidence.
Why a Front Tooth Dental Implant Is the Best Solution
Front teeth require the highest level of precision. With advanced technology and cosmetic expertise, Dr. Gordon ensures the implant crown blends seamlessly into the smile.
Benefits of a Front Tooth Dental Implant:
- Permanent and non-removable
- Looks and feels like a natural tooth
- No flipper or removable denture required
- Allows normal biting and chewing
- Prevents bone loss after extraction
- Designed for life-long durability
- Restores confidence instantly
Our Kansas City patients consistently tell us that the implant tooth feels better than the tooth they had before.
Advanced Technology for Predictable, Beautiful Results
At Gordon Dental Implants & Cosmetics, every front tooth implant is planned using:
3D CBCT imaging
Digital smile design
Computer-guided surgery
Custom-shaded porcelain crowns
This ensures ideal implant placement, natural gum contours, and a crown that matches shape, size, and translucency for a flawless smile.
Serving Kansas City, Overland Park, Leawood & Olathe
Patients choose Dr. Gordon because of his experience, technology, and results-based approach. Whether it’s a:
Failed root canal
Broken front tooth
Missing tooth from trauma
Failing crown
Tooth that cannot be saved
A single tooth implant provides a reliable, long-lasting replacement.
Schedule Your Consultation
If you have a broken tooth or a failing root canal, especially in the front of your smile, you deserve a permanent solution that looks and feels natural.
Gordon Dental Implants & Cosmetics
📍 3628 W. 95th Street, Leawood, KS
🌐 www.gordondentalimplantsandcosmetics.com
Restore your smile with Kansas City’s trusted dental implant specialist.
