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2 front teeth are badly chipped. dentist wants to put sealants. what is this and will my teeth look normal again. is it similar to tooth restoration?

7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers

Get them fixed: Post traumatic sensitivity is a warning sign that the nerve is inflamed . The inflammation could be reversible or irreversible depending on how close the trauma is to the nerve or the pulp tissue . Traumatized teeth (chipped) could be treated with bonding or laminates or even crowns it depends on how involved the situation is.Sealant is a material dentists apply to teeth to fight back decay

Answered 4/28/2014

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

Second opinion: Is warranted. Dental sealant is a thin, composite coating painted on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to prevent tooth decay. It is also used to protect an exposed dentin in a broken or chipped tooth. However, it is not a durable material for permanent or cosmetic restorations. Rec.: second opinion with another dentist for diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 4/29/2014

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Dr. George Ayoub answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Not ideal: Sealant works best to cover deep grooves they are not strong enough to fill tooth check with your dentist.

Answered 2/26/2017

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