{"id":133,"date":"2019-09-14T17:58:09","date_gmt":"2019-09-14T17:58:09","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.hendricksendentistry.com\/blog\/?p=133"},"modified":"2019-09-26T18:01:28","modified_gmt":"2019-09-26T18:01:28","slug":"chipped-tooth-heres-what-to-do-next","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/chipped-tooth-heres-what-to-do-next\/","title":{"rendered":"Chipped Tooth? Here\u2019s What to Do Next"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_189957202__1544203328_13073-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Man with tooth pain\" class=\"wp-image-134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_189957202__1544203328_13073-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_189957202__1544203328_13073-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_189957202__1544203328_13073.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever chipped a tooth? If you haven\u2019t, you\u2019re lucky!\nChipped teeth are a common dental injury that can occur from sports, a simple\nfall, or even plain old eating. Some fractures can be painful, while others you\nmay not even be able to feel. Either way, chipped teeth tend to cause panic, so\nit\u2019s important you know what to do in case of a dental disaster. Keep reading\nto learn the best steps you can take after chipping a tooth and the treatments\nyou may need from your emergency dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Don\u2019t Panic with These Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you chip a tooth, it\u2019s important to see your dentist as\nsoon as possible. In the meantime, you can set yourself up for success by\nfollowing these steps:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Call your dentist immediately to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/request-an-appointment.html\">request\nan appointment.<\/a><\/li><li>Cover any sharp or rough parts of your tooth\nwith dental wax or even sugarless gum.<\/li><li>Rinse your mouth with warm water and use a cold\ncompress to reduce swelling.<\/li><li>Stay away from extremely hot or cold foods\nbecause they cause sensitivity.<\/li><li>Only eat soft foods and avoid chewing on the\nside of your mouth where the chip occurred. <\/li><li>If you\u2019re in pain, take over the counter\nmedication like ibuprofen until you can see your dentist.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Treatments You May Need<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you chip or fracture a tooth, your dentist may recommend\nthese popular treatments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Filling or Bonding<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a minor chip or dental fracture, your dentist\ncan use a tooth-colored composite resin to repair your teeth. This can be done\ncosmetically in the form of dental bonding, or the same material can be used to\nfill teeth while maintaining their natural appearance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Porcelain Veneers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your enamel is too damaged for bonding, porcelain veneers\ncan conceal numerous chips, cracks, and flaws. These thin shells of dental\nporcelain are designed to bond to the front surfaces of your teeth, erasing\nimperfections in your smile. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Crowns<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If a large portion of your tooth has broken off, there are\nmultiple fractures, or a significant crack, your dentist may recommend a dental\ncrown. This custom-made restoration caps the entire visible portion of your\ntooth, strengthening weakened teeth while also protecting them in the future. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Root Canal Therapy<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If your tooth has a severe crack that affects the sensitive\ninner portion, you may need a root canal. This procedure saves your tooth by\nremoving the damaged and infected tissue. After, your dentist will fill your\ntooth with a strong biocompatible material, and you\u2019ll typically need a dental\ncrown to protect it down the road. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what to do if you chip a tooth, no need to\nworry! Remember these tips in the event of a dental emergency. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Hendricksen and White Cosmetic &amp; Family Dentistry, we\nhave an experienced team and advanced technology to provide our patients with\nthe best restorations available. If you have any questions, we can be reached\nthrough our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.whitecosmeticdentist.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a>\nor by phone at (540) 587-5707. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever chipped a tooth? If you haven\u2019t, you\u2019re lucky! Chipped teeth are a common dental injury that can occur from sports, a simple fall, or even plain old eating. Some fractures can be painful, while others you may not even be able to feel. 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