{"id":436,"date":"2023-12-13T23:21:12","date_gmt":"2023-12-13T23:21:12","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=436"},"modified":"2024-01-08T23:22:57","modified_gmt":"2024-01-08T23:22:57","slug":"chipped-tooth-what-now","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/2023\/12\/13\/chipped-tooth-what-now\/","title":{"rendered":"An Unwelcome Chip Off the Old Block: What to Do if You Chip a Tooth"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Maybe you play contact sports, chew too aggressively, or grind your teeth at night. In any case, realizing that you have chipped a tooth is an unpleasant discovery for anybody. While chips can vary in their severity, it\u2019s important to have them treated by a dental professional<\/a> in any case. Here\u2019s what to do after you chip a tooth as well as how to know whether you should call an emergency dentist or if you can wait until your next scheduled dental appointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What Kind of Problems Can a Chipped Tooth Cause?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

While wear and tear on your teeth is to be expected after decades of use, a chipped tooth is of particular concern. While they don\u2019t always constitute dental emergencies, it\u2019s important to have them inspected and treated by a dental professional to protect your overall health. While a minor chip may just be an unsightly blemish on your smile, it still represents a weakened point on your tooth, and severe chips can lead to issues like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n