If you chipped a tooth, give us a call as soon as possible. If you don’t seek help, the crack or chip can get bigger and cause excessive pain and risk of infection. When you visit us at Friendly Dentistry for a dental emergency regarding a chipped tooth, an emergency dentist will check the extent of the damage and see if the injury is causing pain when you breathe through your mouth or when you drink cold liquid. Then, we’ll place a clean, moist gauze on your tooth until we’re able to see you. If you’re able to, save the chipped-off piece of your tooth and keep it moist with milk or water. Depending on the extent of the damage, a root canal may be necessary. The tooth may also be able to be restored with dental bonding, a porcelain veneer, or a dental crown. We won’t know until we’re able to analyze the issue ourselves.