Traumatic Front-Tooth Fracture Repaired with Bonding
A traumatically fractured front tooth restored with conservative composite bonding — a natural-looking before-and-after result.
Traumatic Fracture Maxillary Lateral
A traumatic fracture of a maxillary lateral incisor — an upper front tooth broken by impact or injury — affects both the appearance and the function of the smile. This case uses conservative composite bonding in Maspeth, Queens to rebuild the fractured edge and restore natural shape, proportion, and a smooth, polished finish.
Lateral incisors sit beside the two central front teeth and are highly visible when speaking and smiling, so even a small fracture is noticeable. Composite bonding rebuilds the damaged edge directly with tooth-colored resin, restoring contour and shade while preserving the remaining healthy tooth structure rather than removing it. The result is a natural-looking repair that is typically completed in a single conservative visit.
Assessment of the fractured lateral incisor
Shade and contour planning
Composite bonding of the fractured edge
Final shaping, finishing and polish
When a fracture is limited to the visible edge of a front tooth, bonding often restores appearance and function in a single conservative visit.
Q1. Can a fractured front tooth be repaired without a crown?
Often yes. When the fracture is limited to the edge or surface, composite bonding can rebuild the tooth conservatively without a full crown.
Q2. Will the bonded tooth match my other teeth?
Matching the surrounding teeth in shade, shape, and surface texture is a primary goal of the restoration.
Q3. How long does composite bonding last?
With good care and regular checkups, bonded restorations can last several years and can be polished or refreshed as needed.
