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Got teeth polishing done a few hours, noticed few white lines/marks (like scratches) on one front tooth only, however the tooth feel smooth to tongue, should i get it checked?

Q: got teeth polishing done a few hours, noticed few white lines/marks (like scratches) on one front tooth only, however the tooth feel smooth to tongue, should i get it checked?

: Lines are most likely microfractures in the enamel. They could be decalcifications, but your dentist should have caught that during the examination.

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

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Lines are most likely microfractures in the enamel. They could be decalcifications, but your dentist should have caught that during the examination.

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Answered 4/21/2022

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Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

Return to your Dentist for evaluation.

Answered 3/25/2022

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A member asked:

Got teeth polishing done a few hours, noticed few white lines/marks (like scratches) on one front tooth only, however the tooth feel smooth to tongue, should i get it checked?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Dr Malerman and 3 doctors agreed

Dr. Arnold Malerman answered

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