This is a significant problem that will require dental treatment. So, if you have a broken tooth, you should know what to do. If you can find the fractured piece (or fragments) of the tooth, save them. Then, with warm water, rinse your mouth and the tooth fragments. If there is continuous bleeding, cover the area with gauze. Keep the gauze in place for at least 10 minutes or until the bleeding has stopped. Until you can visit a dentist, you can reduce swelling and pain by icing the region and taking an over-the-counter pain reliever. Learn more in our blog article, "Handling a Dental Emergency: Chipped Tooth."