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I was using one of those teal ultrasonic home scalers and this happened. Did I break the tooth?
 

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honestdoc

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Could you provide more images of the whole tooth? It looks like either decalcification, cavities, or fracture of porcelain veneer.
 

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Looks like decalcified tooth (low grade decay) and you've broken away the top layer of enamel. Looks like decay underneath. Go see a dentist.
 

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Home ultra-sonic scalers can be very damaging if used in the wrong hands. Please be careful not to use these on the highest setting, since it can damage your enamel. That said-it looks like you had areas of de-calcification of your enamel. During scaling, these areas can cavitate and then require fillings from your dentist. Make an appointment to see your dentist so that he can also evaluate other areas of possible de-calcification.
 

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