Maggok Dental Clinic: When a front tooth is slightly chipped from a fall, the treatment method changes depending on the symptoms. Resin restoration case

Hello,

I am Yeo Sang-ho, the director of Magok Dental Clinic,

a smile designer who can turn your wishes into a beautiful smile.

As we go through life,

the teeth can chip or get injured

for many different reasons.

This is especially common in early childhood,

when it is hard to keep balance, or when a fall occurs due to rain or snow,

and the face cannot be protected,

causing the front teeth to hit an object.

There are various reasons why the incisal edge,

which is the tip of the anterior teeth, can chip.

✔ Collision during sports activities

✔ Falling on stairs or icy roads

✔ Accidents during children's play

✔ Traffic accidents or collision accidents

Today, I will explain resin treatment

while looking at example photos related to

slight chipping of a tooth tip caused by a fall.

1. The treatment method changes depending on the chipped area and the extent of damage

What Magok Dental Clinic considers most important

when a tooth chip occurs is

accurately determining the extent of the damage.

If only the enamel,

the outer layer of the natural tooth, is chipped,

it can usually be resolved easily.

In this case, because the nerve is not stimulated,

it can be treated with a relatively simple procedure.

If the chip extends beyond the enamel into the dentin,

sensitivity to cold water or hot food may occur.

Even in such cases,

it may be possible to resolve the problem simply with resin,

but additional procedures to protect the nerve

may be necessary.

If the pulp is exposed,

root canal treatment is needed first,

and crown restoration may need to be considered afterward.

Why is resin good?

Most treatments using this material

can be completed in a single visit,

and the tooth can be restored naturally

by matching the original color of the patient's tooth.

In addition,

while preserving as much healthy tooth structure as possible,

the chipped area alone is precisely restored.

Compared to crowns or implants,

the burden is relatively light.

The treatment process proceeds as follows.

If the upper left front tooth (#22)

has been slightly chipped due to trauma,

Magok Dental Clinic first explains

that it is necessary to check whether the pulp has been affected.

At this time, X-ray imaging is used

to check whether the tooth root or nerve has been damaged.

This is because tiny cracks that are not visible to the naked eye

or pulp involvement may be present.

Fortunately, if the nerve has not been damaged,

and only part of the enamel and dentin has been affected,

restoration using resin

may be the appropriate choice.

After that, a shade guide is used

to select a color similar to the natural tooth.

By matching the shade in natural light,

a natural-looking result is created.

The chipped area is cleaned up,

and the surface is treated so that the restorative material can bond well.

While layering the resin in multiple stages,

the translucency and color of the natural tooth are reproduced.

It is shaped into a natural form,

and the surface is polished smooth to complete the treatment.

The precautions after treatment are as follows.

Avoid very hard foods for 2-3 days

Do not tear or bite things with the front teeth

Check the condition through regular examinations

Maintain oral hygiene with proper brushing

When should you come back for a visit?

• When the restored area hurts or feels sensitive
• When the material chips or falls off
• When the color changes or the surface becomes rough
• When the surrounding gums become inflamed

If these symptoms appear,

Magok Dental Clinic explains that

it is best to visit a nearby medical institution immediately.

Prevention is the best treatment

Of course, accidents are difficult to predict,

but there are ways to prevent them

if you pay attention in daily life.

✔ Wear a mouthguard during sports activities

✔ Create a safe play environment for children

✔ Walk carefully on icy roads or wet floors

✔ Do not bite hard objects with the front teeth

What kind of medical staff should you visit?

Front teeth do not only play a role in chewing,

but also play an important role in creating a smile.

That is why at Magok Yonsei Wish Dental Clinic,

we believe it is important to carry out treatment

with careful consideration not only for functional recovery,

but also for the esthetic aspects.

Even a small injury can develop into a bigger problem if left untreated,

so it is also important to receive an accurate diagnosis and treatment

as soon as possible.

As introduced today,

a slight chip at the tip of a front tooth

can be restored to its original beautiful appearance

through appropriate treatment,

and I will end this post by sharing that with you.

This was Yeo Sang-ho of Magok Dental Clinic.

Thank you for reading this long post.