{"id":437,"date":"2015-03-06T15:25:10","date_gmt":"2015-03-06T21:25:10","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/?p=437"},"modified":"2015-10-14T15:32:43","modified_gmt":"2015-10-14T20:32:43","slug":"patchy-tooth-enamel-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/blog\/patchy-tooth-enamel-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Patchwork quilt tooth enamel \u2013 how can I get rid of it?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>My tooth enamel looks like a patchwork quilt. So many different colors and shapes on one tooth. I try not to smile and show my teeth. This is really noticeable. When I meet people for the first time if they manage to see my teeth when I talk (I try to hide my teeth), I am very sensitive to their stares. What can I do or use to get rid of the patches? Thanks Maxine<\/p>\n<p>Maxine \u2013 The patches on your teeth can be successfully and beautifully hidden, but you need the help of a cosmetic dentist.<\/p>\n<p>There is no at-home treatment or product you can buy that will conceal the patches. A cosmetic dentist will examine your teeth to determine the cause of the discoloration. In some cases, teeth whitening may help, but in most cases, cosmetic bonding, porcelain veneers, or porcelain crowns are needed.<\/p>\n<p>The treatment options recommended to you will depend on the condition of your teeth. If your teeth are healthy, cosmetic bonding can be mixed and manipulated to conceal the patches and leave your teeth a naturally white color and translucence. Bonding stains with time, and needs to be polished by your dentist, and periodically replaced.<\/p>\n<p>A porcelain crown covers an entire tooth. When teeth are badly worn or have significant decay, porcelain crowns may be used. This requires permanently reducing the size of each tooth to accommodate a crown. Crowns generally last five to fifteen years.<\/p>\n<p>Another option is <a href=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/porcelain-veneers-plano.html\">porcelain veneers<\/a>. They cover the front of your teeth only. Veneers have a lifelike appearance and can last 15 to 20 years or more. This is a more expensive option than dental bonding or porcelain crowns, but the results last longer.<\/p>\n<p>This post is sponsored by Plano, TX <a href=\"https:\/\/mirandalacydds.com\/\">cosmetic dentist<\/a> Dr. Miranda Lacy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>My tooth enamel looks like a patchwork quilt. So many different colors and shapes on one tooth. I try not to smile and show my teeth. This is really noticeable. 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