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Brand new dental bonding chipped. how can i get this replaced?

9 doctors weighed in across 8 answers

See your dentist: If the bonding was on a front tooth, possibly it was a little too long and when you move your jaws, you may "bump" into it causing it to break. If it were on a front or back tooth, possibly it is an area that is too large for this material (composite), the material may be unsupported and you may need a more durable restoration made from ceramic (porcelain) or metal.

Answered 12/9/2013

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Dr. Eyal Simchi answered

Specializes in Pediatric Dentistry

Make: Let your dentist know as soon as you can. Resin bonded fillings can generally be repaired or added to. Make sure your bite feels even when biting and chewing to reduce the chance of this happening again.

Answered 8/21/2013

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Dr. Gary Sandler answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Discuss; Options : Let the dentist who did the filling know as soon as possible what happened. We are more likely to redo the filling at no charge when it happens within a short period of time (rather than a patient saying, "the filling you put in 3 months ago broke right away") were you not careful with what you ate? Consider why it broke and other possible restorative options. Discuss all this with your dentist.

Answered 3/21/2013

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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Go back to dentist..: Bonding can be easily repaired without replacing the entire restoration. I would return to the dentist who did the bonding.

Answered 8/9/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your dentist: Tooth bonding is most useful for repairing chipped teeth. The resin used in dental bonding is not as strong as a tooth. If you bite your nails, ice cubes or the pens you risk chipping the material. Regardless, if you have a chipped, broken or failed new treatment, please come back to see your dentist for a replacement.

Answered 10/5/2014

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Your dentist: Most dentists are willing to back their work as a matter of pride. Fillings sometimes fracture due to unforeseen concerns of bite or trauma. If youhave a problem with the original dentist, then go elsewhere. But remember that another dentist will charge an additional fee and you will essentially absolve your dentist from any further obligation to his work.

Answered 3/20/2013

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Dr. Mark Venincasa answered

Specializes in Dentistry - Cosmetic

Go back to dentist: Particularly with front teeth there is no protection for the bonding. Perhaps it was hitting too hard. Please go back and let your dentist know. Your dentist may be very willing do do the repair for free.

Answered 9/15/2013

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See your dentist: for evaluation and easy repair. Also ask about porcelain veneers. Dental veneers can transform your smile and they are very durable.

Answered 1/14/2015

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