Chipped Teeth: Bondings, Caps/Crowns, Veneers

You may have heard about the different Cosmetic dental services available on the market nowadays but not many people know many details about them or how they could improve their oral health. Today, we are going to be exploring some of the options in more detail. Many people have chipped a tooth before. I first chipped my front teeth when I was six years old (I had the brilliant idea of diving headfirst into a jacuzzi). Since that time, I’ve had to have my teeth bonded every couple of years, as the bonding would wear down and eventually chip. But there are many ways to fix a chipped tooth, each with its own pros and cons. If you’re frustrated with your chipped tooth, we’ve got all the info you need to know to make your smile whole again.

Dental Filling or Bonding

If your chip is small and in the back of your mouth, your dentist can repair it with filling. If you’ve chipped your front teeth, or any teeth that can be seen when you smile, chances are you’ll need a cosmetic procedure called bonding, in which your dentist will apply a tooth-colored composite resin to your teeth. If you want to learn more about what this procedure involves, visit a dentist in Greeley (or one more local to you.) Dental procedures shouldn’t be scary!

Pros:

No anesthesia

Less expensive than other alternatives

Quick procedure

Less tooth needs to be removed

Cons:

Bonding materials break more easily than crowns or veneers

Easily stained by coffee, tea, smoking, etc.

Dental Caps or Crowns

If a large part of your tooth has broken off, your dentist can file away part of the remaining tooth and cover it with a tooth-shaped cap known as a crown. Crowns can be made from a variety of materials including metal, porcelain-fused-to-metal (PMF), resin, or ceramic. You can get dental crowns in Gramercy Park New York City, or wherever you live as they’re available in the majority of dentists. Once the crown is fitting, it won’t be noitceable.

Pros:

Restores and protects your natural tooth

Will last from 10 to 15 years

Cons:

May require two visits to the dentist

Often requires tooth trimming

Moderately expensive

Dental Veneers

Usually made of porcelain, a Veneer is a thin layer of dental material that replaces enamel and is bonded onto the natural tooth. If you’ve chipped your tooth as a child and have had to get them continuously re-bonded, Veneers are a great option to consider as you get older.

Pros:

Lasts for up to 20 years

Won’t stain like composite bonding
Minimal amount of tooth preparation

Cons:

Highest cost of all options

Increased tooth sensitivity

Talk to your local dentist about which cosmetic procedure is right for you. We promise you’ll be grinning again in no time!

For More Information:

Dr. Todd Franklin DDS

1208 W. tokay St., Lodi

(209) 334-4370

ToddFranklinDDS.com