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Stensland Dental’s Query Series: Chipped Tooth

Stensland Dental Studio — Wed, 25 Sep 2013 17:47:34 +0000

STENSLAND DENTAL’S QUERY SERIES – this episode stars Scott Grafton, owner of Iron-Bound Gym (www.ironboundgym.com) and the staff of Stensland Dental. Oh no, looks like Scott chipped a tooth!

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Dealing with a Broken Tooth

Stensland Dental Studio — Thu, 08 Aug 2013 02:03:09 +0000

Would you know what to do if your tooth were to break? Few people do, and unfortunately, as strong as teeth are, they are not invulnerable. Over time, teeth grinding (bruxism) and tooth decay can weaken teeth, putting them at risk of breaking, and there is no telling when a dental emergency, such as an unexpected blow, could occur, causing severe damage one or more teeth. Therefore, it is important to be ready should such an unpleasant situation come to pass. The information below will help prepare you.

A Broken Tooth: The Aftermath

Panic and disbelief are likely to be your first reactions upon breaking a tooth. However, there are a few important steps you can take to get the situation under control. First, rinse your mouth with warm water. Doing so can remove some bacteria from your mouth and away from your now vulnerable tooth. Second, seek dental assistance. Prompt care can prevent an infection in your tooth as well as further damage. Third, if you find yourself in a lot of pain, take a pain reliever.

Repairing a Broken Tooth

The method used to repair a broken tooth can vary depending upon the severity of the damage. For minor damage, such as a chip, dental bonding or a filling may be effective. A dental filling can provide extra strength to the tooth, reinforcing it against further damage. Dental bonding, on the other hand, is often used for teeth in the front of the mouth. The composite resin material used for dental bonding can be shaped and then hardened, restoring the form and appearance of the tooth.

If the damage is severe, a dental crown is usually the best choice. Sometimes called a cap, a dental crown fits over the top of a broken tooth, lending it strength and protecting it from further harm. Dental crowns can be made of metal, porcelain or a combination of the two, depending upon the location of the damaged tooth and the level of strength needed.

Visit Your Williamsburg Dentist

If your tooth breaks, don’t wait to seek dental care. Quick intervention can protect your tooth from further damage and infection. If you require dental assistance or would like to learn more about our many services, contact our Williamsburg dental office today at 757-645-4055.

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Reshaping a Malformed or Chipped Tooth

Stensland Dental Studio — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 17:05:58 +0000

A chipped tooth can come out of nowhere. Waking one morning, you could yawn and stretch and make your way before the mirror when suddenly you notice a small piece of your tooth has gone missing. In cases of bruxism, or teeth grinding, a tooth can suffer structural damage, leading to a chipped tooth or even a broken tooth during the night. In other cases, an unexpected blow to a tooth could cause it to chip. Whatever the cause, the first question that will likely come to mind upon discovering a chipped tooth is how to fix it. That’s where dental bonding and dental contouring come into play.

Dental Bonding

If a significant part of the tooth is missing dental bonding can repair the damage quickly and effectively. To repair a tooth with dental bonding, a composite resin is first applied to the damaged tooth. The resin is then shaped and later hardened with a curing light. Then the tooth is polished, completing the procedure. The resin used for dental bonding is matched to the color of the damaged tooth for outstanding cosmetic results. It is also very durable when hardened, allowing for a long-lasting and functional repair.

Dental bonding can also be used to reshape a malformed tooth. Sometimes, a small change can have dramatic results in a smile. In the case of a misshapen tooth, dental bonding can give the tooth the perfect shape to set the finishing touches on a smile.

Dental Contouring

If the damage to a tooth is miniscule, dental contouring may be a good option for repairing it. Dental contouring scrapes away a small portion of enamel to smooth any chips in the tooth’s surface. This process can also remove imperfections in the shape of a malformed or misshapen tooth, resulting in a flawless smile.

Repairing a Chipped Tooth with Your Dentist

If you chip a tooth, don’t succumb to panic. With dental bonding and dental contouring, your tooth can be repaired quickly with outstanding cosmetic results. Call our Williamsburg dentist office at 757-645-4055 today to schedule an appointment and begin the restoration of your smile.

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