Chipped or Broken Tooth Treatment & Repair

Whether you’re dealing with a chipped tooth yourself, or if you just want to be prepared, we’re here to help. In this blog post, we’ll brief you on what can be done to treat and repair a chipped or broken tooth.

At-home Treatment

If you break or chip a tooth, you will have to see your dentist as soon as you can. In the meantime, though, there are a few things you can do. Gently rinse out your mouth with warm water. Depending on the severity of the break, you may experience a lot of pain, and even blood. Quel any blood with gauze and, if needed, reach for a NSAID, like ibuprofen, to ease the pain.

Filling or Bonding

Once you get to the dentist, one of the options they may choose to repair your broken tooth is a filling or bonding. These are methods that are used to repair minor chips. If it’s a visible, front tooth that has been affected, your dentist is likely to opt for a tooth-colored bonding for a seamless restoration. Both procedures are straightforward and can be accomplished in an office visit.

Crown

In instances where a more significant chunk of the tooth has been broken off, your dentist may decide that a crown is the answer. A crown is tooth-shaped, and it covers and protects the damaged tooth. Crowns can be temporary or permanent, and come in a variety of different materials including metal, porcelain, and resin.

Veneers

Especially in cases where one of the front teeth has been significantly damaged, a dental veneer may be the best way to fix the look and feel of the tooth. A veneer is a permanent solution in which a thin, tooth shaped shell covers the affected tooth, leaving you with a tooth that looks as good as new.

If you do happen to break a tooth, don’t panic! Contact us here at Henson Family Dental and a member of our team will be happy to walk you through your options.