{"id":207,"date":"2022-02-04T21:12:00","date_gmt":"2022-02-04T21:12:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/blog\/?p=207"},"modified":"2022-03-25T21:17:09","modified_gmt":"2022-03-25T21:17:09","slug":"chipped-tooth-in-houston-what-to-do-about-it","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/blog\/2022\/02\/04\/chipped-tooth-in-houston-what-to-do-about-it\/","title":{"rendered":"What Do I Do If I Chipped My Tooth?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/AdobeStock_190997633__1___1648243348_39389.jpg\" alt=\"image of chipped tooth in Houston \" class=\"wp-image-208\" width=\"302\" height=\"172\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/AdobeStock_190997633__1___1648243348_39389.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/AdobeStock_190997633__1___1648243348_39389-300x171.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/03\/AdobeStock_190997633__1___1648243348_39389-768x439.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 302px) 100vw, 302px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Having a chipped tooth can be alarming, especially if you\u2019re not sure if it is or isn\u2019t a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>. Regardless of how it happened, you should definitely seek medical care as soon as possible. In the meantime, there are several measures you can take to protect your soft tissue from further damage. Keep reading to learn four steps for dealing with a chipped tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #1: See Your Dentist Right Away<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To save the chipped piece of your tooth, it\u2019s crucial to visit your dentist right away. If you have someone there with you, ask them to call your dentist and inform them of your situation, that way they\u2019re prepared with a clear idea of what to expect. Take the preserved piece with you so your dentist can see if it\u2019s reparable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #2: Rinse Your Mouth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>After chipping a tooth, try rinsing out your mouth with warm water. This will keep the damaged area clean and wash away any dirt or debris. Additionally, the lost piece of your tooth could still be somewhere in your mouth, and a quick rinse could reveal it. You\u2019ll want to do this quickly as to not accidentally swallow or bite down on it and harming your other teeth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #3: Preserve the Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if only a tiny piece came off, you\u2019ll want to preserve it to improve your chances of saving it. Once you\u2019ve found it, rinse it off and then put it in milk or saline solution. You can also cover the chipped piece in dental wax or sugar-free gum, which will protect the tooth from bacteria and prevent the soft tissue from being scratched by any sharp edges. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step #4: Relieve Any Discomfort<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Most chipped teeth don\u2019t cause bleeding, but in case you feel any discomfort you should take an OTC pain reliever before you even see your dentist. Doing so can also help reduce inflammation that could occur. Applying a cold compress to the injured area is another option for lowering discomfort and swelling. Most importantly, however, make sure not to bite down on the damaged area, as you don\u2019t want to cause further damage to the tissue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Chipped teeth aren\u2019t usually in need of saving so much as repairing. With these steps in mind, you can have your smile repaired right away and prevent potentially serious and painful complications in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Cher Rich received her doctor of dental surgery from the University of Texas at Houston Dental School. With her passion for helping people keep healthy smiles, she provides a wide collection of dental treatments, including emergency services in case of a chipped tooth. If you need to schedule an appointment today, visit her <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cherrichdds.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(281) 469-6281<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Having a chipped tooth can be alarming, especially if you\u2019re not sure if it is or isn\u2019t a dental emergency. Regardless of how it happened, you should definitely seek medical care as soon as possible. In the meantime, there are several measures you can take to protect your soft tissue from further damage. 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