A severe blow to the mouth can potentially shatter a tooth near the gumline or knock the tooth out of the socket. In some of these cases the damage to the tooth and gums is so severe that whatever remains of the root must be extracted. Once your gums have... Read more » A dental filling is often a common treatment for addressing a tooth with a minor defect in the enamel layer. This could be related to a small cavity, minor dental fracture, or a recently developed case of dental attrition. Once the specific material has been applied to the affected area... Read more »