When you chip a tooth, you should always go to the dentist. Minor chipping usually does not necessitate a substantial repair. Often, we here at Keels Family & Cosmetic Dentistry can just file the chipped tooth or fill it with a dermal adhesive to make it look normal again. However, larger fissures may necessitate more comprehensive dental work.
If a chip is large enough, it might injure the pulp inside the tooth. The dental pulp is the live tissue, blood vessels, nerves, and connective tissue that makes up the center of your tooth. Damage to the pulp can be very painful and, if left untreated, can lead to infection. If this occurs, you may require more extensive dental work.