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Chipped tooth
I don't know how it happened, but I noticed that the little tooth right beside one of my front teeth has chipped- just a tiny bit on the edge. It feels kind of jagged.. it's not a big piece or anything, but I'm afraid it can get worse since the tooth is small and delicate. I'm gonna have to get it taken care of soon.. But my question ..actually 2 q's: is, a) what's the standard procedure dentists use to take care of chipped teeth? and b) what can I do to prevent it from getting worse in the meantime?
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HAHA the almost same exact thing happened to me. Only I fell of my bike into traffic, so I know how it happened.
Small chips are usually "capped off" with bonding material. Basically, it's the stuff they use to fill cavities, but white instead of silverey. It's easier to maintain than caps- and less damaging, because caps require that the tooth be sanded down to a nub.
It's not painful at all once it's done. If you have really sensitive teeth, ask for a local anesthetic. I didnt, and I should have ;)
In the meantime, you can avoid chewing with your front teeth, and drinking really cold liquids.
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