Enamel fracture
An enamel fracture, or chip, is a complete fracture of the
Pulp sensibility testing is recommended to confirm pulpal health. Treatment depends on the size of the fractures. If a tooth fragment is still available, it can be bonded to the tooth. For small or minor fractures, it can be smoothed to remove rough margins and edges. For a larger or major fractures, dental composite resin can be used to mask the defective enamel for aesthetic purpose.[4] In archaeological samples enamel fractures can give insight into the diet and behaviour of past populations.[5]
References
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- S2CID 32187635.
- S2CID 21928580.
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- ^ "Behavioral inferences from the high levels of dental chipping in Homo naledi". ResearchGate. Retrieved 2019-01-10.