Chipped a Tooth? Here’s What to Do Next — From a Dentist in Canton GA
- ERNEST REUBEN
- Oct 2
- 2 min read
It can happen in a second.
A bite into something hard.
A slip and fall.
A nervous teeth-grinding habit.
Suddenly, you're staring at a chipped tooth in the mirror, wondering:
“Is this serious? Do I need to fix it right away?”
First — take a deep breath.
You're not alone. And at Sunrise Family Dentistry, we help patients in Canton GA handle chipped or broken teeth every single week.
🧊 Step 1: Stay Calm — and Assess the Damage
Chipped teeth can look worse than they feel — or feel worse than they look.
Here’s what to do immediately:
Rinse your mouth with warm water
Check if the tooth is sharp or painful
If there's bleeding, apply gentle pressure
Use a cold compress to reduce swelling
If you can find the broken piece, keep it in milk or saline and bring it to your appointment.
🦷 Step 2: Don’t Ignore It (Even If It Doesn’t Hurt)
We’ve seen many patients who waited weeks because “it didn’t hurt.”
But even painless chips can:
Lead to tooth sensitivity
Expose the nerve over time
Crack further with chewing
Cause infection if ignored
👉 The earlier we see it, the simpler and more affordable the fix.
👩⚕️ Step 3: Get Seen ASAP — Here’s How We Help
At Sunrise Family Dentistry, our emergency care includes:
Same-day appointments (whenever possible)
Digital X-rays to check for deeper cracks
Repair options like dental bonding, veneers, or crowns
Friendly, no-judgment support
Whether it’s a front tooth or molar — we’ll help you restore your smile comfortably and quickly.
💬 A Real Story from Our Office
A young man came in after chipping his front tooth on a beer bottle at a wedding (yes, it happens).
He was embarrassed and thought he’d need a root canal.
We cleaned the area, placed a bonding restoration, and matched the color perfectly.
He walked out smiling — and later sent us a thank-you note from the honeymoon.
📍 In or Around Canton GA? Don’t Wait.
If you’ve chipped a tooth — no matter how small — it’s worth checking.
Most fixes are fast, painless, and cost less than you think.
📞 Call Sunrise Family Dentistry or
📅 Book your emergency visit now
We’ll take care of it — so you can smile again with confidence.
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