Try Veneers for Chipped Teeth

Teeth can be chipped for a number of reasons, including through eating hard food, facial trauma, or untreated cavities. If you have chipped a tooth it is important that you see a dentist as soon as possible. For a cosmetic dentist in Champions Gate and Celebration, visit Implant & Comprehensive Dentistry to find out if veneers for chipped teeth is the right option for you.
Problems from Untreated Chipped Teeth
Leaving chipped teeth untreated can cause problems and leaves them susceptible to serious infections which can also be felt in the head and neck. Whether minor or serious, it is important to treat chipped teeth as soon as possible to reduce pain, discomfort, and the chance of infection because the nerve is not protected from bacteria. It may not cause immediate pain; however, that does not mean it will not cause problems. To protect the chipped tooth until you’ve seen a dentist, cover it with dental wax or sugarless chewing gum and eat only soft foods.
Veneers for Chipped Teeth
One way a dentist repairs chipped teeth is with veneers, a thin porcelain shell covering the front of the tooth with a thicker area covering the chipped part. Veneers for chipped teeth are a great option because they require only a small amount of alteration to the tooth. Fitting the veneers for chipped teeth starts with an impression of the tooth to send to the laboratory. The dentist will remove a small amount of the enamel to help the veneer adhere to the surface of the tooth. The dentist will fit the veneer to the chipped tooth and adjust it for the most natural look.
Caring for Veneers
Caring for veneers for chipped teeth is easy and requires the same brushing and flossing as natural teeth. Avoid chewing on objects that are not food, such as pens, because it can damage veneers. To preserve the life of veneers get them polished by a dentist about once every three months. While veneers are designed to be stain resistant, natural teeth that are stained will affect how your smile looks so avoid substances which can stain or brush afterwards to prevent stains. Wear mouth guards when playing sports or to prevent grinding teeth to protect veneers.
Veneers for chipped teeth are an option which requires little change in your dental hygiene routine and looks completely natural. Contact us today to schedule your consultation!