Question 1

just accidentally bit a fork and believe i chipped off part of the enamel on my bottom front tooth. no pain. what am i looking am at my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: You can expect your dentist to evaluate the tooth in question and to determine what treatment, if any, needs to be performed. A simple fix can usually be accomplished at that visit.

Question 2

can a chipped tooth grow back? i chipped my front tooth in a very small way, but i think it is noticeable. is there any way the enamel can grow back and cover the chip?

Accepted Answer

No, : No, the enamel will not grow back.

See your dentist for a very small bonded restoration. Once completed you probably would never know it was chipped.

Question 3

can ecigs cause tooth enamel erosion? i had a dark line on my front tooth that was fixed after a cleaning but it's back. can ecigs cause this?

Accepted Answer

Doubtful: Erosion is caused by something wearing away at your teeth, which ecigs do not do. Your meds include iron supplements, which can stain your teeth. Follow the below link for further guidance:

http://www.mayoclinic.org/drugs-supplements/iron-supplement-oral-route-parenteral-route/proper-use/drg-20070148

Question 4

used tooth whitening paste for 2 wks (stopped now). front teeth have been sensitive for last few days. could those couple of days cause loss of enamel?

Accepted Answer

Probably not: The primary ingredient is a stabilized form of Hydrogen Peroxide. There are ingredients used to keep it in a gel form and the less expensive ones can create short term sensitivity. You should consider a desensitizing tooth paste to use in conjunction with bleaching or better yet see your dentist for a safe and effective professional teeth whitening!

Question 5

my daughter is missing enamel on part of her front teeth.  what causes this?

Accepted Answer

Several: Could be caused by dietary habit,  trauma ( mechanical trauma or could be caused by some corrosive agents- acidic beverages, emesis), excess Fluoride consumption, infection or hereditary problem could be the cause. Bring her to a dentist and discuss more about dental health and what to do.

Question 6

i can see tiny holes in my front teeth and i have no enamel and i can see all of the dentin . is this a problem.

Accepted Answer

There is a problem: It's not normal so you'll likely need crowns to cover , restore and protect your teeth. A dentist will need to understand the cause of the problem as well as how to fix it so that it does not return.

Question 7

my enamel is thin on my teeth, but my bite is too close together for caps. can bonding help the main front teeth!?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: Bonding and labial veneers are a treatment that might help you, but only a qualified dentist could tell you for sure.

Question 8

are longer teeth more aesthetically appealing? good to save enamel because it gets worn down anyways? bottom front teeth enamel feels more drybrittle

Accepted Answer

It depends : Teeth should be proportional with the face from the stand point of shape size age male or female.  So in some cases with too much wear and collapsed bite , would be more esthetic to make them longer but that would usually involve a full mouth reconstruction since just making some teeth longer would interfere with the whole bite and its impossible.  Consult with a dentist or a prosthodontist.

Question 9

some lower front teeth are now sensitive from losing enamel, what can i do about this? dentist grinded it a little but i lost more enamel over time

Accepted Answer

Bonding: Including veneers may correct the situation but it may be more complex, including possible elements of your bite. Get a thorough exam and discuss treatment options with your dentist.

Question 10

if one notices white wear marks on last set of bottom molars and deeper enamel what can one do? bite force is stronger in back bc front teeth grinded

Accepted Answer

Grind or Clench?: Grinding and clenching your teeth while awake or asleep will wear the teeth and cause all sorts of clinical issues. If you have been told by your bedmate that you grind in your sleep you should moist definitely get a nite guard appliance. Control of grinding and clenching during the day presents a bigger challenge . See a professional.

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Just accidentally bit a fork and believe i chipped off part of the enamel on my bottom front tooth. no pain. what am i looking am at my appointment?

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Can a chipped tooth grow back? i chipped my front tooth in a very small way, but i think it is noticeable. is there any way the enamel can grow back and cover the chip?

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Can ecigs cause tooth enamel erosion? i had a dark line on my front tooth that was fixed after a cleaning but it's back. can ecigs cause this?

A member asked:

Used tooth whitening paste for 2 wks (stopped now). front teeth have been sensitive for last few days. could those couple of days cause loss of enamel?

A member asked:

My daughter is missing enamel on part of her front teeth. what causes this?

A member asked:

I can see tiny holes in my front teeth and i have no enamel and i can see all of the dentin . is this a problem.

A member asked:

My enamel is thin on my teeth, but my bite is too close together for caps. can bonding help the main front teeth!?

A member asked:

Are longer teeth more aesthetically appealing? good to save enamel because it gets worn down anyways? bottom front teeth enamel feels more drybrittle

A member asked:

Some lower front teeth are now sensitive from losing enamel, what can i do about this? dentist grinded it a little but i lost more enamel over time

A member asked:

If one notices white wear marks on last set of bottom molars and deeper enamel what can one do? bite force is stronger in back bc front teeth grinded

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