{"id":26,"date":"2019-09-20T19:47:02","date_gmt":"2019-09-20T19:47:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/blog\/?p=26"},"modified":"2019-09-20T19:47:04","modified_gmt":"2019-09-20T19:47:04","slug":"emergency-dentist-chipped-tooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/20\/emergency-dentist-chipped-tooth\/","title":{"rendered":"Did You Chip a Tooth? Here&#8217;s What to Do"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_170812641__1569000243_53102-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"a man with a chipped tooth\" class=\"wp-image-27\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_170812641__1569000243_53102-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_170812641__1569000243_53102-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/09\/AdobeStock_170812641__1569000243_53102.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Accidents happen, no matter how much we try and prevent\nthem. Sometimes those accidents include a chipped tooth. When that occurs, it\u2019s\nall too easy to panic. What should you do? First and foremost, make sure to\ncall your emergency <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/contact-us.html\">dentist<\/a> to\nalert them to the situation. Depending on where the chip is located and the\nextent of the damage, your dentist may recommend different treatment options.\nLet\u2019s talk more about those choices and what you should do if you just chipped\na tooth. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Do When You Chip or Fracture a Tooth <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As mentioned above, the first thing you should do is call\nyour emergency dentist. Most dentists keep extra time in their schedules for\ndental emergencies such as this. They will do everything they can to see you the\nsame day you call. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In the meantime, here are some tips you can follow to keep\nthe situation under control:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>If there are any jagged edges to the tooth,\ncover them with dental wax or sugar-free gum. <\/li><li>Avoid very hot or cold foods and beverages, as\nyour tooth may be sensitive.<\/li><li>If your tooth hurts, take an over-the-counter\npain reliever such as ibuprofen or acetaminophen. <\/li><li>Rinse your mouth with warm water. <\/li><li>To prevent swelling, apply a cold compress. <\/li><li>Eat only soft foods and don\u2019t chew directly with\nyour broken tooth. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Treatment Options <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the severity of your fracture, your dentist\nmight suggest different treatments, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li><strong>Filling. <\/strong>If only a small portion of\nenamel has been removed, your dentist can apply a tooth-colored filling to the\narea. Then you\u2019ll be good as new in no time! <\/li><li><strong>Veneers.<\/strong> Veneers are thin shells, usually\nmade of dental porcelain, that are bonded to the front surface of a tooth to\ncover up any chips. The only problem is your dentist will have to remove a\nsliver of tooth enamel to make room for the veneer, so the treatment is\nconsidered irreversible. <\/li><li><strong>Root canal.<\/strong> If your fracture is more\nsevere and exposes the nerves and blood vessels in your tooth, that leaves it\nmore vulnerable to infection. In this case, your dentist may perform root canal\ntherapy, where they remove the nerve. Although this procedure has a reputation\nfor being painful, it\u2019s actually no more uncomfortable than a simple filling. <\/li><li><strong>Crown.<\/strong> A crown is a tooth-shaped cap\nplaced over a tooth to cover it up and protect it from further damage. They are\ntypically made from either metal, porcelain, or porcelain fused to metal. Additionally,\nthey can be color-matched to seamlessly blend in with the rest of your smile. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Chipping a tooth isn\u2019t the end of the world. By following\nthe steps listed above, you can minimize the damage. Remember, the most\nimportant thing is to call your emergency dentist as soon as possible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At Fromuth &amp; Langlois Dental in Manchester, NH, patients\nare treated not as names or number on a chart, but as individual people who\ndeserve one-on-one care. You\u2019ll be given a personalized treatment plan to make\nthe most of your visits. If you call with a dental emergency, we\u2019ll do our best\nto see you that same day for treatment. If you have chipped a tooth, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.manchesterbedforddentist.com\/contact-us.html\">don\u2019t be afraid\nto visit our website<\/a> or call us at (603) 644-3368. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Accidents happen, no matter how much we try and prevent them. Sometimes those accidents include a chipped tooth. When that occurs, it\u2019s all too easy to panic. What should you do? First and foremost, make sure to call your emergency dentist to alert them to the situation. 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