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Can a tooth with a chip in the enamel near the gum line be repaired?
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Yes: Usually restored with a bonded, white composite.
Answered 10/22/2013
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Yes: It could be repair with preparation of retention grooves and/or points, placement of bonding agent, primer, and bond with composite. Each of these steps will help with the retention of the restoration.
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