A minor tooth chip can often wait until the next available appointment. However, if you experience the following, it’s essential to contact a dental team member as soon as possible:
- Gum or facial swelling
- Tooth pain or sensitivity
- Oral health changes
Pain and swelling often indicate an infection, and your emergency dentist in High Point, NC, should see you promptly.
If ever you’re unsure, call our dental office.
How We Treat Tooth Chips
Your dentist will evaluate your tooth to determine the best course of treatment. Typically, we use tooth-colored restorations to repair your tooth without drawing attention to the treatment.
Options may include cosmetic bonding, a dental veneer, or a dental crown.
Bonding is an inexpensive way to quickly hide the chip. However, bonding requires periodic touch-ups in our dental office.
A dental veneer conceals the chip while protecting the tooth. It is a custom-designed porcelain shell (or an applied composite similar to bonding).
A dental crown protects the entire tooth. It is a tooth-shaped cover that sits over the treated tooth to the gumline.
For an Aesthetic Finish, Contact Your Cosmetic Dentist in High Point
If you have a chipped tooth or other concerns, please call our dental office to schedule a consultation with the dentist.