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About The Video
In this video, Dr Jaclyn Toh shares the story of a young patient who came in with a broken front tooth filling. At first glance, it seemed like a small problem. But after a closer look, she found that the patient’s bite wasn’t working properly and his teeth were wearing down quickly. Despite having straightened his teeth before, the earlier treatment hadn’t fixed the real issue.
Dr Toh explains how things like how your teeth touch, the angles they sit at, and even your gum line can affect your smile and tooth health. She shows how a carefully planned treatment including braces and small tooth adjustments can protect teeth from breaking again. The goal isn’t just to fix what’s broken, but to make sure everything works well together for a long-lasting result."
When a filling breaks, it might be a sign that something else is going on. In this case, the broken filling was caused by the way the patient’s teeth met when biting. His front teeth were hitting too hard, wearing them down and putting pressure on old fillings. Even though he had clear aligners before, his teeth and roots weren’t properly lined up.
Dr Jaclyn Toh explains that fixing the problem meant more than just patching up the tooth. She had to look at how all the teeth worked together. By using braces to move the teeth into better positions and adjusting the size and shape of some teeth, she helped improve the patient’s bite and smile. This approach helps fillings last longer and keeps teeth healthy. It also shows why looking at the whole picture not just one tooth is so important in dental care.
