Can porcelain veneers be used to fix a tooth with a minor chip on the biting edge?
Yes, porcelain veneers can be used to address minor chips on the biting edge of a tooth, restoring its appearance.
Dentist
Dr. Susan R. Pan, DDS, is a highly qualified dentist with a long-standing engagement in the field since 1986. She was a recipient of the Dr. Gerald Z Wright Award for graduating first in her class at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario. Additionally, she worked as a clinical instructor for new dentists at the University of Western Ontario’s School of Dentistry and graduated from the Dental School of Sun Yat-Sen University of Medical Sciences. Dr. Pan has received recognition for her exceptional work, as she was consecutively awarded the Diamond Winner for the Readers’ Choice of their Favorite Dentist by the Hamilton Spectator in 2014 and 2015, and was nominated for the same title multiple times in 2007, 2010, 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017.
Depending on the severity, treatments include dental bonding, veneers, crowns, root canal therapy, or extraction.
Teeth can appear translucent when the enamel wears away, often due to acid erosion or bruxism.
A proxabrush can be used with porcelain veneers, but remove your aligners for effective cleaning between your teeth.
Via professional cleanings, scaling and root planing, medications, or surgical treatments, depending on the severity.
Causes include certain medications, aging, radiation therapy, diseases, and tobacco or alcohol use.
You can consume flavored sparkling water with porcelain veneers, but be mindful of its acidity and maintain good oral hygiene.