Can repair be done to chipped/decayed teeth at the gum line? (photos)

Question

In my younger years, I took poor care of my teeth and had a high sugar intake. I have two decayed/chipped teeth at the gum line that I am addressing next month when my insurance begins. I am concerned that this isn't a small fix. In general, what would be the method(s) of repair and is the repair expensive? Regardless, I will be addressing the issue. I would just like some insight while I'm waiting to see a dentist. I am ashamed that I did not see this has a priority in the past.

John A. Merrill, DDS · Answer

No Need for shame--these are cavities from the heavy sugar exposure--like many kids and some adults do--most likely it will be a simple repair--a good cosmetic dentist can make your teeth look perfect again--typically this is not a big expense like crowns or root canals or implants --$2-300 each. Congratulations and good luck! Your pretty and confident smile will return.

David Taler, DDS, FAGD, DABOI/ID · Answer

Without an x-ray of the tooth and some vitality testing there really is no way to tell.If all looks ok then the fix would be a simple filling and relatively inexpensive however, if the cavity has gone into the nerve or there is not enough tooth structure to support a filling then you may need a crown or possibly a root canal as well.

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