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Chipped Front Tooth Repair
Pros:
Even front teeth.
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Cons:
If damage is minor, is not very durable.
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Cost:
$150
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Healing time:
Not applicable
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Pain-o-meter: 1
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One of my front teeth was chipped during an accident. It was a very small chip, on the end of the tooth. But it made it seem rough and uneven.
I asked my dentist what could be done, and he said that a porcelain veneer would do the trick, and would last for a long time. He then applied a paste that he shaped, then hardened using an ultraviolet "mini-blowdrier", and that he then sanded and polished. A very simple procedure. The porcelain he used matched perfectly the color of my teeth.
I was very happy at first, as I saw no difference with the state of my front tooth pre-accident. However, after about a month, the veneer broke off. I returned to the dentist which repeated the procedure. Again, after a month it broke off.
Finally, since the damage to the tooth was minor, he said that he could instead grind the tooth down a bit, just enough to smooth the jagged area. That's what he did, and I don't notice the difference in tooth length anymore.
My recommendation is that if the damage to the tooth is significant, then the veneer is the way to go, as it has more grip on the rest of the tooth. For minor damage, grinding is fine.
Here are more details:
How results differed from what I expected:
The veneer did not last as long as advertised.
Biggest fears pre-procedure:
That I would have trouble eating or biting.
Healing aids used:
Not specified
Number of doctors consulted:
1
Number of years I thought about having the procedure:
1
Had an elective procedure before:
Yes
Complications or follow-up procedures:
Veneer broke after a month. The veneer was reapplied, and again after a month fell out. Finally had the tooth ground instead.
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should not use this information to diagnose or treat a health problem or
disease without consulting with a qualified healthcare provider. Please
consult your healthcare provider with any questions or concerns you may have
regarding your condition.
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Gender:
Male
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Age:
28
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Ethnic group:
Caucasian
Education:
Post-graduate degree
Country:
United States
State/Province:
New Jersey
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