Composite bonding removal gone wrong? Can I sue? I was not warned that the removal would damage the surrounding enamel (Photo)

Question

I went for composite bonding for a small chip that was sensitive. The result was hideous. Didn't match my teeth and was bulky. I asked him to remove it and he did but my canine and incisor was damaged in the process. He denies this. But my teeth are now worse than they were before. Please help me I'm so depressed.

Leslie Dillard, DDS · Answer

There is some risk of nicking adjacent teeth/enamel associated with any procedure involving a high speed dental drill being used in your mouth. Unless you have a good before photo of this area prior to this work being done it will be difficult to prove how it happened.  I would do some research and locate a reputable cosmetic dentist to see for a consult about your options and if the only option you are given is to place a veneer here, I would keep seeking more advice until you find someone that feels they can confidently smooth or recontour this area to fix it without placing a veneer. They may even be able to show you some photos ahead of time of what it will look like after they are  finished. Good luck.

Composite bonding removal gone wrong? Can I sue? I was not warned that the removal would damage the surrounding enamel (Photo)

Answers (1)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Dental Bonding

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

Composite bonding removal gone wrong? Can I sue? I was not warned that the removal would damage the surrounding enamel (Photo)

Answers (1)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Dental Bonding

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.