When a piece of tooth is lost, it is called dental defect, which can be restored to the normal form, structure and function of the tooth by filling, inlay and full crown restoration, as follows.
1. Filling restoration: For small defects, composite resin, glass ionomer and other materials can be used for filling restoration.
2. Inlay restoration: after tooth preparation, the remaining tooth tissue can withstand the combined force without fracture, and can provide sufficient retention for the inlay, inlay restoration is feasible.
3. Full crown restoration: if the tooth is severely damaged and the retention and resistance are poor, full crown restoration is feasible.
It is recommended to go to a regular medical institution and choose a suitable treatment with the help of a doctor.