Dental fillings are typically bonded or cemented to the surrounding tooth enamel with a connection intended to last for many years. However, poor oral hygiene practices can gradually cause a buildup of plaque acids capable of demineralizing previously strong tooth enamel. If this persists on a chronic basis the relationship between a dental filling and the surrounding tooth enamel can... read more »

A tooth can sometimes be chipped by grinding your teeth when sleeping, crunching on ice, or using your teeth as tools. When this happens the damaged tooth enamel can pose several different threats to the long term health and integrity of the tooth. The location and size of the chip, as well as the size of the tooth will affect... read more »