Chipped Tooth: Causes, Treatment, Recovery
Last updated 06/25
This blog has been reviewed and approved by Dr Robert Lee, a dental professional of 35 years
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Key Takeaways
- A variety of causes: Chipped teeth can result from trauma, biting hard objects, teeth grinding, tooth decay, or aging
- Range of treatment options: Depending on the severity, treatments include dental bonding, veneers, crowns, root canal therapy, or tooth reattachment.
- Care while at home: Protect the chipped tooth, manage pain, and avoid certain foods until you see a dentist
- Express lane to recovery: Bonding requires little to no removal of tooth structure, leading to less discomfort and a quicker recovery time.
- An ounce of prevention: To reduce the risk of chipping a tooth, use mouthguards, avoid hard objects, and maintain good oral hygiene.
