How to hide a chipped tooth

Chipped teeth can happen to the best of us, and can happen for a number of different reasons.

While they aren’t always a medical concern or cause any functional problems, they can lead to people with chips not wanting to show off their smiles.

If you’ve recently chipped your teeth and aren’t sure how to fix or hide it, we’re here to help.

The instasmile experts tell you everything you need to know in this blog post, including causes and how to hide any chips at home!

Causes of a chipped tooth

Unlike other dental concerns, chipped teeth aren’t necessarily down to your lifestyle and diet.

Chipping a tooth is often because of tripping and landing on your face, being hit in the face (like a ball in a sporting accident) or biting down on something too hard for your teeth to handle.

While teeth are durable, it’s important to not take them for granted. Yes, that includes not opening beer bottles with them to impress your friends at parties.

Things like taking tags off clothes and opening parcels with your choppers can all lead to the teeth becoming weak, and breaking.

People who grind their teeth are also often prone to developing cracks and chips, due to the weakened structure of the tooth.

Some people don’t experience the chip straight away, and instead, a break can form down the tooth. This is more serious, as the tooth can chip unexpectedly or a cavity can form down the crack as a result of built-up bacteria and food debris not being cleaned out properly.

Consequences of a chipped tooth

A chipped tooth doesn’t always need to be fixed unless it’s a larger break that exposes the nerve and causes sensitivity.

However, if left, it can cause embarrassment, meaning people are less likely to show off their pearly whites.

Chipped teeth are more than just an aesthetic nuisance. Depending on the severity of the chip or break, it can make eating and talking much more difficult.

Imagine trying to bite down on a hamburger with part of your tooth missing!

It’s not easy.

Without realizing it, all of our teeth play a huge role in talking. They help us to make certain sounds and shape different vowels.

For example, it will be harder to make a th sound with a cracked front tooth.

Along with simply not liking the way their smile looks, those with chips shy away from socializing because of the added effect it has on their day-to-day life.

Can you prevent getting a chipped tooth?

It’s hard to say how to prevent chips in the teeth, as accidents do happen from time to time.

But there are things you can do to reduce the likelihood of a break, crack or chip, including:

• Wearing a gum shield during contact sports to reduce impact if you get hit in the face by a ball (or teammate).
• If you grind your teeth, a mouth guard can protect your teeth from wearing down and becoming weak over time.
• Seek medical advice as soon as you notice a change in strength or sensitivity in your teeth so they can assess how likely a chip or break is.

How to hide a chipped tooth

Fixing a chip in the teeth usually includes a filling, which fills in the gap limiting bacteria buildup and infections from arising.

Crowns and veneers are another option. These work by sitting on top of your natural tooth to cover up the crack and support the natural tooth.

You and your dentist can work together to choose a shade that matches your other teeth for a seamless blend.

Depending on the clinic you visit and the material you choose, you could spend anywhere from $400 to $2,500 per tooth (price dependent on chosen solution).

It also takes many visits to your dentist to be sure you’re suitable for the treatment. This includes X-rays and lots of fishing around the teeth and gums, not including the actual procedure length.

How to hide broken teeth

Hiding broken teeth is a little more complicated, as you’ll need to be assessed for how severe the break is and how likely it is that it will break further.

With X-rays, your dentist will be able to see how far down the crack is and recommend a suitable treatment plan for you.

If the tooth and gum have become infected, root canal therapy is given to those patients who have experienced a broken tooth to reduce infection from spreading elsewhere in the mouth.

How to hide a chipped front tooth

Having problems with the back teeth is not often at the top of someone’s list to correct, but if they’re at the front…that’s a whole different story.

The above-mentioned techniques can be used on the front teeth to disguise any chips and breakages, but are usually done in a resin that matches the color of your natural teeth, so you don’t have to worry about people asking “have you had your teeth done?”

Composite bonding is a popular way of reshaping the front teeth to make them look straighter and more in proportion to the rest of your choppers.

Not only can it fill in the chip, but it can also enhance your natural shape for the perfect front tooth!

The drawback?

You’re looking at spending $100-$500 per tooth depending on your chosen solution.

Hiding chipped teeth at home

Don’t like the idea of going to a dentist to get your chip fixed?

Not a problem.

At instasmile, we specialize in hiding tooth problems just like chipped and broken teeth, by making and supplying clip-in veneers that hide imperfections.

Our impression system means that your smile solution will look and feel just like your own teeth – think of it as an enhanced version of what you’ve already got!

You can talk, eat and smile with a newfound confidence that means you won’t be hiding in the background of pictures, you’ll be taking smiley selfies with ease.

Find your new smile with instasmile

Looking to perfect your chipped teeth?

instasmile clip on veneers will soon to become your new best friend.

The completely customisable solution means you can pick the color (are you a bright white lover or a natural fan?) and between a top, bottom or full teeth set of clip-in veneers.

To get yours today, just get in touch and we’ll get back to you as soon as we can with the next steps!

FAQs

How do instasmile snap-on veneers cover up chipped teeth?

Snap-on veneers are a one-stop shop for the perfect smile.

Made from high-quality, certified materials, instasmile veneers add a durable layer to the teeth, adding extra protection from further chips and breakages.

Made to fix your exact measurements, a snap-on veneer fits perfectly, covering up a range of imperfections like discoloration, misalignment, and chips.

Snap on when you need a boost in confidence or wear all day for a comfortable smile solution.

How long does it take to create and receive an instasmile for covering a chipped tooth?

Once we get your impressions and approve them, standard manufacturer takes 15 days. Or, you can opt for express delivery at an additional cost, which will get your snap-on veneer to you in 10 days.

We’ll keep you informed throughout the process so you know exactly where we’re up to and when to expect your new smile at your door.

Can instasmile be customized to match the color and shape of my other teeth?

Yes!

The top advantage of instasmile snap-on veneers is how customizable they are.

You can choose from four shades depending on the look you want to achieve:

• BL1 Hollywood White
• A1 Pure Natural White
• A2 Light Ivory
• A3 Medium Ivory

This way, if you only get the top or bottom set, it will match perfectly, enhancing your smile seamlessly.

With our exclusive easy-to-use at-home impression kit, your teeth will be made bespoke to your measurements, fitting comfortably around the teeth and gums.