Can Dental Bonding Fix A Chipped Lower Incisor?

With a small chip on the inside of your front lower tooth you are the perfect candidate for dental bonding.  In fact, you can probably have this done with no anesthesia.  the color can be matched perfectly and you should get great longevity from the restoration.  This should take no longer than one half hour to do.  Good luck

Since the front teeth bite against each other, the functional demands are huge.  Porcelain is much stronger than bonding, but it is possible the "cure is worse than the disease" if the chip is small.  It is VERY common to simply place bonding in this situation, but you should be aware of the risks or limitations of each material choice.

Dental bonding is a great option for a conservative fix to a chip, space, fracture, etc.  Although not as permanent as a veneer or crown, dental bonding can provide you with vision for the long term outcome.  If adjusted and aligned properly though, bonding can last a very long time as well  The best part - usually there is no pain and no numbing!

Tooth-colored composite can be bonded to chipped teeth to achieve the natural form of the tooth.  However, care must be taken to prevent the bonding or remaining teeth from fracturing off due to heavy biting and chewing forces.  It is advisable to not bite into hard foods with front teeth.  Best, Dr. Elizabeth Jahanian

Can dental bonding fix a lower incisor? Yes it can. If the chip is small enough you may be able to achieve the results that you and the doctor wishes to achieve. If the lower incisor was chip do to inadequate room or mal occlusion you may have problems with longevity of the bonding.  Correcting any crowding and or occlusion problems would increase the longevity of any restoration. In some cases porcelain crowns or veneers are indicated.

Dr.C