Chipped Tooth Repair in Harrisonburg, VA
Dr. Batchelor explains what to do about a chipped or cracked tooth
“What should I do if I chip my tooth?”
The front desk team here at our Harrisonburg dental office gets phone calls from patients asking this question more often than you think!
If you’ve chipped a tooth and are wondering where to turn, give us a call. We’ve heard this question before and are ready to help fix your chipped tooth ASAP!
Call (540) 432-9992 now.
What causes a chipped tooth?
Cavities - Tooth decay can weaken the structure of your tooth
Cracks - Small cracks in teeth can lead to tooth breakage over time
Bruxism - Also called tooth grinding, which can wear down and chip teeth over time
Mineral deficiency - Lack of calcium or other important minerals can weaken teeth
Accidental damage - Biting down too hard on a hard piece of food or using your teeth to open a bottle can cause cracks and chips in your teeth
Acid erosion - Teeth can be been damaged by chronic acid reflux (heartburn)
Are chipped teeth noticeable?
How do you know if you chipped a tooth? Most people are very aware. Even if it’s not visually apparently, you’ll start to notice a few other signs:
Jagged surfaces when you run your tongue over your teeth
Irritated, swollen gums around a single tooth
Sore tongue from it catching on a tooth’s rough edge
Pain or sensitivity when biting and chewing
Does a chipped tooth hurt?
If a chipped or cracked tooth exposed the inner layers of a tooth, you may notice some tooth sensitivity. Some people also feel pain when chewing or when the tooth is exposed to hot or cold temperatures.
Even if nothing hurts, don’t ignore a chipped tooth!
What happens if you don’t fix a chipped tooth?
The loss of even a small amount of tooth structure can contribute to more chips in the future and cracks in your enamel over time. And if your tooth is chipped deeply enough, it could affect the nerve inside your tooth. Ouch!
Don’t risk a small chip turning into a larger, more uncomfortable problem. Dr. Batchelor fixes chipped teeth in Harrisonburg and is here to help.
How to fix a chipped tooth
First things first — schedule an appointment so Dr. Batchelor can take a look at your tooth. From there, we’ll look at a few different things to determine the right treatment, including the size, location, and cause of your chip.
The most common ways to repair a chip in your tooth include:
Bonding
Veneer
Filling
Crown
More FAQs about chipped teeth
Can I fix a chipped tooth at home?
No. There’s no permanent way to fix your tooth without visiting a professional.
Can a small chipped tooth grow back?
A chipped tooth will not grow back and need to be repaired by a dentist.
What’s the difference between a chipped tooth and a cracked tooth?
Cracked teeth are a bit different from chipped teeth. Cracks in your teeth may not be noticeable to you, but extensive cracks can cause severe damage to your entire tooth, including the root and pulp, necessitating a root canal or extraction.
Is a chipped tooth an emergency?
A chipped tooth usually isn't an emergency, but should still be addressed promptly. If you’ve chipped a tooth — or think you might have a chipped tooth — give us a call and we’ll work you into our schedule as soon as we can.
Contact Harrisonburg’s dentist for chipped teeth
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What Patients Say
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Harrisonburg, VA 22801
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