It occurs due to the demineralization of calcified enamel on the tooth surfaces. It appears as white spots on the tooth surfaces. It is treated by maintaining oral hygiene, followed by bleaching, and using dental crowns. This condition cannot be cured in the case of amelogenesis imperfecta.
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Why did the top part of my tooth chip?
Query: Hi doctor,The top part of my tooth just recently chipped off, and the inner part of my tooth is visible, which looks brown in color. This has not happened before as far as I can remember. I think it might be a cavity, and the enamel has eroded, revealing it, but I am not sure. It does not hurt at al... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I went through your query and the attached image (attachment removed to protect the patient's identity). I suspect the Hypocalcified Enamel layer which is not much clear as the image is already bright due to the use of flash. No Caries activity, but it is more likely... Read Full »
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