3 methods to restore chipped front teeth

October 31, 2017

Chips are a problem that occurs much more often than it might seem at first glance. A piece breaks off, as a rule, on the front teeth, because they are not designed for heavy loads, but it is with them that we most often bite off hard bones, it is on them that we fall unsuccessfully or damage them due to bad habits (for example, gnawing seeds or biting the tip of a pencil ).

Many patients are interested in how to restore chipped front teeth. We present to you the three main methods that a dentist can offer. The editors of the UltraSmile.ru portal decided to figure out which of them is the best in terms of price-quality ratio.

Artistic extension

Artistic restoration is a method in which chips are restored using various restoration materials (we are talking about composites - they are also used for classic tooth filling). They allow you to replicate the shape, color and transparency of a natural tooth.

Such restoration is carried out directly in the patient’s mouth - using polymers or composites, the doctor restores the integrity of the tooth, literally building it up. The advantage of the technology is speed (they came to the doctor and left with new teeth), as well as the price. The cost of restoration is from 2-3 thousand per element.

Artistic restoration

Among the disadvantages is not too long service life. The extended tooth will last about 3-5 years. At the same time, it will have to be protected from stress and regularly polished so that the composite remains smooth - otherwise, if there are micropores, bacteria, plaque and coloring pigments of products will accumulate in them. The color of the restoration will change.

On a note!

If the chip is strong, that is, almost to the root, you can install a pin or stump inlay inside the canals, and then build up the crown using composites.
This option will extend the service life for several more years. Video review from a patient about artistic restoration of anterior teeth.

Prevention

To minimize the likelihood of chips and other mechanical damage, dentists recommend following the following rules:

• monitor oral hygiene, brush your teeth twice a day, use mouthwash and dental floss;
• limit consumption of sweets;
• eat right, eat foods rich in calcium, fluorine, phosphorus, vitamin C;
• stop smoking;
• Regularly (at least twice a year) undergo a preventive examination with a dentist.

You can find out the cost of restoring a chipped tooth and make an appointment with a dentist right now by filling out a simple online form on the website or calling the specified phone numbers.

Veneers and Lumineers

Veneers are thin veneers made from ceramic or zirconium. They are fixed on the front part and completely hide almost all imperfections - gaps in the row, discoloration, pigmentation, as well as small chips and cracks. Naturally, this option is more expensive. By the way, if there is a large chip, the tooth will still have to be restored first, namely, extended. But the technology can be carried out more mediocrely, using less expensive options, since it will be covered with overlays.

Lumineers

The cost of installing veneers is from 20 thousand per tooth. Such onlays are installed in 2 visits - during the first visit, the enamel is prepared (part of it is ground down for a better fit of the veneers), during the second, the onlays are directly fixed.

“I’ve been wanting to get veneers for a long time, because there were several chips! There were extended restorations everywhere. The only thing that put me off was the price - it is, of course, very high, because you have to put it on several teeth at once to make it look beautiful. Just recently I met a dentist who offered me a very good discount))) I am simply incredibly happy with the result!!! I'm not ashamed to smile, everything looks great, so I recommend it to anyone who has doubts. The main thing is to find your doctor!!!”

from correspondence on forums

Direction: Installation of veneers

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Alternative methods

An alternative to direct restoration of a chipped tooth with composites is the installation of orthopedic structures, which are made in the laboratory from individual impressions.

Types of orthopedic structures for restoration of chipped teeth:

• veneers are thin ceramic plates that are glued to the outer part of the frontal units; they withstand mechanical loads well and perform a protective and aesthetic function;
• inlays are individual ceramic onlays that are used when restoration of a chipped tooth is no longer possible, but circular turning of the unit for a crown can be avoided;
• crowns are structures in the form of a cap made according to the shape of a tooth, they are fixed to a pre-turned unit, suitable for installation on chewing and anterior teeth when they are severely damaged; installation of crowns requires stronger turning of healthy tissues than composite restoration of a chipped tooth, and the cost of installation crowns higher.

Crowns for teeth

Another option to solve the problem is crowns. They completely cover the damaged tooth, or rather, its top. They are used in cases where the chip is so severe that neither extensions nor veneers are suitable.

For front teeth, it is better to choose crowns without metal in the base - such material can show through in the light and the restored tooth will look dark. Therefore, preference should be given to ceramics or zirconium. The cost of such prostheses is from 15 thousand rubles.

Crowns for front teeth

Restoration of anterior and chewing teeth

When restoring the incisal edge of the anterior units, it is very important to correctly model the transparency zone so that the tooth looks as natural and aesthetic as possible.

If a patient has a chipped wall of a side tooth, then the main emphasis when restoring the chip is on restoring the exact shape and ensuring strength. Therefore, materials are used that have high tensile, compressive, and fracture strength characteristics. The specialist selects the appropriate treatment tactics based on the degree of destruction.

Which method is better?

To summarize: artistic extensions are cheap, but not very durable. Veneers need to be installed on several teeth at once in order to fully transform your smile, which means it will be quite expensive. Crowns allow you to restore even one tooth, and you can choose a very aesthetic option. Which of the following should I choose? It’s difficult to say - only a doctor can give an exact answer, knowing and seeing the initial situation (and also taking into account your financial capabilities). Therefore, we still recommend trusting your choice to your orthodontist, who will be able to offer a solution that is the most optimal in appearance, quality and affordable.

Options for restoring chipped front teeth

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Cracks and fractures

The inconspicuousness and origin of teeth cracks of different sizes lead to a gradual deterioration of the situation.
Due to the lack of obvious indicators and the pain that accompanies destruction, patients do not pay attention to the cracks for a long time. The gradual mechanical and thermal impact exerted by solid food leads to the expansion of cracks. The acid-base environment is quite destructive. The result of the formed cracks is increased tooth sensitivity: pain when chewing food, negative reaction to cold and hot food, change in enamel color. The resulting cracks inevitably allow a sufficient number of bacteria to pass through, which subsequently end up in the soft tissues of the dental unit. The consistent development and proliferation of bacteria causes caries and periodontitis. Thus, a visit to Rodin is an indispensable, necessary action aimed at comprehensive treatment of cracks.

Where to get dental restoration done in Moscow?

Since dental restoration is a real art that requires the highest professionalism and considerable talent from the dentist, it is necessary to carefully choose a clinic and a specialist.

Dentistry "PROFI-Dent" is:

• an integrated approach to each clinical case;
• a team of true masters of their craft;
• the latest technical equipment;
• advanced materials and restoration technologies;
• ideal results in the shortest possible time.

The cost of aesthetic restoration work in our clinic will surprise you with its democratic nature, and the result will exceed your expectations!

Reasons for appearance

Cracks
The root causes of crack formation must be divided into two significant categories: physiological and mechanical.

Mechanical causes of destruction arise due to natural pressure on the teeth, namely:

· Jaw injury. The main complaints of patients are the consequences of dental trauma: a blow of varying strength or a minor bruise. A common type of injury that requires a special approach to treatment;

· Bad habits. Bad habits that develop in childhood regarding hard pencils or nuts lead to the formation of small cracks in diameter. In addition, there are precedents for cracking due to opening glass beer or soda bottles with teeth;

· Medical intervention. The lack of the required level of competence of the treating dentist leads to the installation of incorrect dentures, which inevitably injure healthy teeth. It becomes necessary to immediately treat the patient’s chipped teeth;

· Grinding. Mental or pathological disorders of the body lead to the characteristic grinding of teeth at night. A slight frictional force, however, can easily destroy the structure of a dental unit.

The physiological root causes of destruction are identified as a result of experienced diseases, the main of which are:

· Caries and exposure. The first and key sign to go to Rodin is the formation of a characteristic white spot on the sore tooth. Otherwise, developing caries will penetrate into the crack and in the future will actually destroy the enamel;

· Periodontium – inflammation. As a result of partial or complete thinning of the tooth enamel, the root of the dental unit is exposed. The resulting cracks lead to a worsening of the clinical picture: consumption of hot and cold food inevitably causes pain;

· Acid-base balance. Long-term use of drugs that destroy the intestines leads to imbalance. Subsequent intake of products that contain a sufficient amount of acid leads to destruction of the enamel surface of the entire dentition;

· Bleaching agents. Professional dentists from Rodin do not recommend using whitening pastes. The fact is that the substances contained in the paste gradually destroy the enamel and form a fairly large crack in diameter. ;

· Bad habits. In particular, smoking can cause destruction of enamel: smoking in the cold season leads to mixing of cold and hot air masses, which has a direct effect on dental health;

· Balance of vitamins and minerals. Lack of a balanced diet leads to a decrease in the strength of teeth and enamel.

How much does tooth restoration cost in Moscow?

By contacting PROFI Dent dentistry, you will be convinced that inexpensive dental restoration in Moscow is by no means a myth, but a real opportunity to make your smile beautiful.

The cost is influenced by many factors - the complexity of the case, the amount of work, the technology used, the price of the material, the need for additional procedures, etc.

The doctor will announce the final price during the consultation, after the examination, and you can familiarize yourself with the price list now.