A veneer can make a chipped tooth look intact again. The
porcelain covers the whole of the front of the tooth with
a thicker section replacing the broken part.
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Bonding: sometimes instead of a porcelain veneer, a natural
colour ‘composite’ material is used instead
of porcelain.
A natural-coloured filling material can
be used for minor repairs to front teeth like chipped or broken tooth corners. |
A mouthguard is a specially made, rubber-like cover which fits exactly over your teeth and gums, cushioning them and protecting them from damage. It is important to wear a professionally made mouthguard whenever you play sport that involves physical contact or moving objects. This includes: cricket, hockey and football – which can cause broken and damaged teeth; and martial arts, boxing and rugby – which can all cause broken or dislocated jaws. A custom made mouth guard will help protect against these events.
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