Chipped Tooth Repair in Bellmead: Is It Possible in One Visit?
Feeling self-conscious about a chipped front tooth? You’d be surprised to learn how common this cosmetic concern is. Fortunately, there are many ways to fix it. When exploring different chipped tooth repair options at our Bellmead office, patients often ask us: “Can I get my tooth fixed in just one visit?” Actually, yes, you can, especially if the damage is minor. Find out how we make it possible.
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How Can a Chipped Tooth Be Fixed in a Single Visit?
A small chip that affects only the outer portion of a tooth may be primarily cosmetic. Some people accidentally chip a part of their tooth while they’re biting into something hard. If the chip is barely noticeable from a talking distance, we may only recommend contouring the edge of the tooth.
Most of the time, patients come to us with mild to moderate chipped teeth, especially on the front. In this case, dental bonding is often the best choice. This cosmetic treatment fixes your tooth in just one visit.
Bonding uses a tooth-colored composite resin to fill in the chip, so that the treated area perfectly blends in with your natural tooth shade.
What Happens During the Procedure of Dental Bonding?
The process is quite straightforward. Our Bellmead dentist starts with a consultation. We’ll examine your mouth and see how badly the tooth is chipped. The size of the chip matters. Here’s how we fix minor chips with dental bonding:
Choose the right shade
We use a shade guide. It helps determine which shade of resin would best match your teeth.
Etch the tooth
This involves roughening the surface with a special gel. Then we apply a primer liquid so that the bonding material adheres better.
Apply the resin
Now we apply the chosen shade of the composite resin and shape it to match your tooth exactly.
Cure the material
The putty-like resin is hardened into place with a curing light. We make some final adjustments and polish the surface to give it a smooth look.
Other Treatment Options for Chipped Teeth
Teeth bonding is a fantastic option for chipped tooth repair, but what if the chip isn’t small? A fall or a serious sports injury can break off a large part of a tooth. Bonding might not be the best option in this case.
Porcelain veneers work really well for covering up imperfections like tooth chips. Many patients see a noticeable improvement in their smile.
If a tooth (especially one of the back teeth) has chipped or broken, we recommend a dental crown instead. It gives better coverage and protection.
The thing you should note is that both veneers and crowns usually need two to three visits to fix the tooth.
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To Conclude
It’s possible to fix a minor chipped tooth in just one visit with dental bonding, although the best approach is determined after a dental exam. Consult our dentist at Ace Dental of Bellmead today to explore different chipped tooth repair options. We’ll help you choose the right one for your teeth. Call us now!
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Dr. Aditi Gupta is a renowned family dentist, specializing in general, restorative and cosmetic dentistry at ACE Dental with 9 locations across central Texas. She has been an esteemed practitioner for over 12 years and earned her board certification from the American Board of General Dentistry as well as memberships in both the American Dental Association and Texas Dental Association.
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ACE Dental of Bellmead
901 North I-35 Frontage Road
Bellmead, TX 76705
Phone: (254) 978-5940