Broken tooth to gumline - do I need to see a dentist asap and can it be fixed without extraction? (photo)

Although it is hard to say without examining your tooth with appropriate X-rays,  there appears to be decay in your tooth which is probably why it broke.  You should see a dentist as soon as possible to determine the best course of treatment.  It may be as simple as a filling, or as co...

Your chipped tooth will not smooth over on its own, unfortunately. You may want to have your dentist evaluate the enamel chip for smoothing or application of tooth colored bonding material. Good luck!

Interesting question. But what you may not know is how important the canines are to your bite.  The reasons canines are a certain length is determined by the specifics of your bite. Canines determine the way your bite functions, protect the front teeth from breaking, etc etc.  So they...

Of course your tooth can be fixed!  The options may include: composite bonding, porcelain veneers or porcelain crown.  You should see your cosmetic dentist as soon as possible for a consultation.Steven M. Goldy,DDS

If you are still under the care of an orthodontist who made your retainer you should address this question to him/her.  It sounds like these scratches should be able to be smoothed off very carefully but of course this must be evaluated in a clinical setting.Steven Goldy, DDS

Thank you for your question.  beauty is so subjective.  it all depends on what you want for yourself, your smile, and the teeth that show at rest.  you have beautiful teeth.  all the options that you are thinking of are viable options... contouring your 2 front teeth, will...