A chipped tooth is a dental injury caused due to injury, falling, or biting on hard food. Most cases have no pain. A dentist can easily treat it. Restorative materials such as composite or cold cure GIC (glass ionomer cement) are used in the treatment of a chipped tooth.
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How can I treat my symptomless chipped tooth?
Query: Hello doctor, I believe I chipped my molar, but am just making sure that it is just a small chip. The molar was already calcified and has been sealed as a result of that. There is no sensitivity, pain, or any symptoms. Wondering if I would get it sealed again or just something to be cautious about.... Read Full »
Dr. Mohammed Musa Alabed Nassar
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I checked the pictures (attachment removed to protect patient identity). The broken part seems to be a small part in the enamel layer, you do not have any pain or symptoms, so I believe this tooth is fine and it can be restored with composite filling to prevent any cavi... Read Full »