How is a Chipped Tooth Repaired?

A chipped tooth can usually be repaired in a single dental visit. Depending on the severity of damage, you may not even need anesthetic. If your tooth has been chipped, our expert in treatment of chipped teeth in Los Angeles can help you decide on the best restoration for your needs.

If only a small piece of enamel has broken off, dental bonding may be the best solution. This procedure can be performed in a single office visit. We will smooth the enamel, apply a special conditioning liquid, and then build the tooth back up using composite resin. Each layer of resin is cured using a dental laser, and then the restoration is trimmed, shaped, and polished to match the rest of the tooth.

Larger areas of damage may require more extensive repairs. Inlays, onlays, and dental crowns protect larger portions of the tooth, but they can take two dental visits to complete. These restorations are custom-fit to your tooth and made in a dental lab using tooth-colored porcelain materials. They can require more preparation but offer aesthetically pleasing, long-lasting results.

Call us today to find out more or to schedule your appointment with our team.