1. #1

    Default Front Tooth Chipped

    Hi there, im just wondering what could be recommended for my front tooth, i chipped it during an accident which left me with only about 40% of my original tooth, the rest is now a filling, which i dont think will last very long, its been 2 years now but its going a funny colour and you can see the line where i chipped. What could be recommended ie, veneer or anything similar. James

  2. #2
    Dr Sepehrara's Avatar
    Join Date
    Mar 2008
    Location
    Midlands
    Posts
    279

    Default

    Hi

    following trauma, a tooth can become discoloured which can indicate need for root canal treatment. Therefore you may require a clinical and radiographical examination to see whether the tooth does require root canal treatment prior to starting any cosmetic treatment.

    Once the health of the tooth has been ascertained your options are:
    - white fillings (which stain over time, but can give good results)
    - veneer (which does not stain)
    -crown (which may be needed when there is a big fracture of the tooth)

    All of the above treatments can look very natural if done correctly and if the dentist uses high quality materials and a highly skilled technician (if doing a veneer or crown)

    I hope this helps

    Kind Regards

    Raha
    Dr Raha Sepehrara BSC(Hons) BDS with Distinction

    The Dental Suite, Leicestershire

    Quality dental and Implant care

    www.dental-suite.co.uk
    Winner of Best Young Dentist In the Midlands Award 2009

Posting Permissions

  • You may not post new threads
  • You may not post replies
  • You may not post attachments
  • You may not edit your posts
  •  

Log in

Log in