{"id":221,"date":"2025-03-03T16:32:43","date_gmt":"2025-03-03T16:32:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.todaysdentalazle.com\/blog\/?p=221"},"modified":"2025-05-14T16:34:05","modified_gmt":"2025-05-14T16:34:05","slug":"leap-into-action-chipped-tooth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.todaysdentalazle.com\/blog\/2025\/03\/03\/leap-into-action-chipped-tooth\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Leap into Action When You\u2019ve Chipped a Tooth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Let\u2019s say you chip a tooth<\/a> \u2013 it\u2019s not loose, and it hasn\u2019t fallen out of your mouth, but a heavy impact or hard object has caused some breakage. Would you know what to do?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If not, don\u2019t worry! Not many people do. This post will walk you through the best way to proceed so that if this dental emergency ever happens to you or a loved one, you\u2019ll be ready to leap into action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

1.     First Aid<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Oftentimes dental damage is the result of impact or injury, so it\u2019s important to check yourself for any immediate first aid needs. Swish lukewarm water around your mouth to wash out blood and debris and press a soft cloth to any oral cuts. If an open wound doesn\u2019t stop bleeding after 10 minutes of applied pressure, go to the ER right away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2.     Find The Chipped Fragment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Once your physical wellbeing is taken care of, it\u2019s time to see if you can find the fractured fragment of your tooth. Your dentist may be able to reunite it with your pearly white, so taking the time to hunt for your wayward fragment is well worth it. If you manage to locate it, store it in a secure container and plan on taking it to your emergency dental appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3.     Call Your Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Unless you have a major injury, your dentist is going to be the best medical professional to call for a chipped tooth. While ER doctors are well-trained for general urgencies, their offices are not usually equipped with dental technology. They\u2019ll gladly treat your wounds but will likely refer you to a local dentist for tooth repair. Calling your dentist right away will save you time and gas money!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4.     Receive Treatment<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Over the phone, your friendly dental team will help you make a prompt appointment. Most practices accept same-day emergency appointments and will try their best to get you scheduled as soon as possible. After a thorough oral exam, your dentist will likely recommend one or more of the following treatments:<\/p>\n\n\n\n