Chipped ToothIf you are suffering from a chipped tooth, chances are, it makes you self conscious about your smile. The rest of your teeth may be perfectly aligned and symmetrical, with the exception of the one. Fortunately, at Capitol Square Dental, we offer various dental treatments and solutions to repair chipped teeth. How Did My Tooth Become Chipped?Damage can happen to our teeth in many ways. Biting into hard foods, such as ice, apples, or corn on the cob, can injure our teeth. Biting or chewing on non-edible items, like opening bottles with our teeth, can also increase the likelihood of chipping a tooth. Bruxism, or the clenching and grinding of teeth, can cause uneven wear on our teeth, and also cause them to chip. Dental BondingDental bonding is probably the most commonly used treatment for chipped teeth. It is a cosmetic procedure where a tooth-colored resin is applied to the tooth and hardened using a special light. This process bonds the material to the tooth and enhances the overall appearance of the smile. Dental bonding is known for being quick, easy, and painless, making it ideal for minor cosmetic corrections. It does not require any anesthetic or removal of the tooth. VeneersFor more severe cases of chipped teeth, veneers are an option. Veneers are a thin coat or layer of artificial dental treatment that is attached to the front teeth, to conceal dental damages such as decayed, stained, chipped, or cracked teeth. The material is robust enough to withstand the regular biting of foodstuffs, and therefore they can also improve your teeth alignment. Taking two appointments, veneers are placed easily and quickly. During the first appointment, all the teeth are prepared thoroughly. The outer layer of enamel is removed and then we can show the patient how the veneers will look without permanently affixing them to the teeth so they can see what they will look like once the procedure is finished. Following veneer placement, patients need to be conscious of what they eat in the weeks directly after the procedure. This is to make sure the veneers will remain in place and remain undamaged. Dental CrownsA crown is often referred to as a cap, as it covers the top portion of a damaged tooth. Crowns are more often used to protect and repair the back teeth, the teeth that are more responsible for chewing and grinding our food. To place your dental crown, we will first prep your tooth. The dentist will file down part of the enamel, to ensure the crown fits appropriately over the tooth. The dentist will take an impression of your tooth and give you a temporary crown to wear while the permanent one is being made. After your permanent crown is ready, we will remove the temporary crown and place the permanent one over your tooth. Crowns are available in several different materials and shades to match your tooth. Come See Us to Repair Your Tooth!Regardless of which tooth, or teeth, are chipped, or damaged, we can help you choose which treatment or procedure will best suit your dental needs. We encourage you to call Capitol Square Dental today at our number: (380) 383-3497 to schedule an appointment with us. |
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