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Tooth on extreme left and right on top, are shredding in bits(splinters coming off occasionally while brushing)?

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Tooth splinters?: I am not sure if your problem is related to tooth decay or fracturing from bruxism or eating hard foods (or both). A personal visit to a dentist can determine the cause of the problem and appropriate treatment.

Dr Hinson agreed

Answered 3/16/2014

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Decay: It appears those teeth are severely decayed. Please see a dentist asap to determine if they are restorable.

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/30/2014

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A member asked:

Tooth on extreme left and right on top, are shredding in bits(splinters coming off occasionally while brushing)?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Dr Hinson agreed

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman and another doctor agreed

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