What to Do with a Chipped Tooth

There are several circumstances that are considered dental emergencies. A chipped tooth is one of them. Our teeth are built to be very strong, but they can still suffer from damage. They are particularly susceptible to damage if they have become weak due to poor dental hygiene or old restorations. It is important to know what to do if one of your teeth becomes chipped.

The first and most important step is to call our expert in treatment of chipped teeth in Houston right away. Before you leave for our office, it will help if you rinse out your mouth with warm water. This will get rid of any debris, including food and small parts of enamel that can further damage the tooth. If there is any bleeding, lightly press a piece of gauze on the area for about ten minutes.

It is also helpful to have a dental emergency kit on hand. These kits usually contain dental cement, which can be used to cover damaged teeth, protecting the nerves to reduce pain, and guarding it from any further damage.

For more information about what to do with a chipped tooth or during any dental emergency, talk to our dentists in Houston.