{"id":115,"date":"2024-01-03T03:56:00","date_gmt":"2024-01-03T03:56:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/?p=115"},"modified":"2024-03-29T17:11:18","modified_gmt":"2024-03-29T17:11:18","slug":"a-chipped-tooth-is-a-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/a-chipped-tooth-is-a-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"Will a Chipped Tooth Heal?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-116 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sad-child-200x300.jpg\" alt=\"Young girl with dental pain\" width=\"200\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sad-child-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/sad-child.jpg 419w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 200px) 100vw, 200px\" \/>Accidents can happen with no warning. A fun day at the park or enjoying a crunchy snack can lead to a chipped tooth. If your little one breaks a tooth, don\u2019t panic! Even if the damage seems minor and your child isn\u2019t in any pain, it\u2019s still a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/emergency-kids-dentistry.html\">dental emergency<\/a>. Their tooth won\u2019t grow back and they can be at risk of serious complications without prompt treatment from a pediatric dentist. Here\u2019s what you can expect when fixing a chipped tooth.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Enamel Won\u2019t Grow Back<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your child\u2019s enamel is the hardest substance in their body. It\u2019s even stronger than some metals, but it can\u2019t regenerate like other tissues. At most, it can remineralize, but its strength, function, and health can remain compromised. The tooth will be vulnerable to sensitivity, bacteria, infractions, and additional damage. It\u2019s best to contact an emergency pediatric dentist for an appointment.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Even Baby Teeth Need to Be Treated<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Baby teeth are only in place for a few years before they fall out and are replaced by your child\u2019s permanent set. However, they are invaluable to your little one\u2019s health and development. Even if it\u2019s a baby tooth, it\u2019s important to have it examined by a dentist. They\u2019ll create a personalized treatment plan to ensure the best outcome for your child\u2019s dental health and development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fixing a Chipped Tooth<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Minor chips can be repaired with dental bonding. It\u2019s a quick, minimally invasive procedure that uses a composite resin. It\u2019s shaded to the color of your child\u2019s enamel to blend in with the tooth.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Large breaks or fractures might require a dental crown to treat. The protective cap will cover the entire surface of their tooth above the gum line. Their dentist will explain which treatment will best meet their needs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Keep Your Child Comfortable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While you wait for your child\u2019s dental appointment, you can keep them comfortable using an age-appropriate over-the-counter pain reliever. Offer soft foods and encourage your little one to chew on the opposite side of their mouth. Avoid any hot or cold foods and drinks to prevent tooth sensitivity.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Be sure your little one continues to brush and floss their teeth normally. If they are old enough to gargle, a salt water rinse will keep their mouth clean while reducing pain and inflammation.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Their pediatric dentist will get them into the office quickly and address any pain. They\u2019ll perform a visual examination and review X-rays to create a treatment strategy to save their tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About Dr. Bryce Cushing<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Cushing<\/a> earned his dental degree from the Virginia Commonwealth University School of Dentistry and has completed a pediatric residency at the University of Florida College of Dentistry. He has over 15 years of experience providing compassionate dental care for children. Dr. Cushing is a proud member of several professional organizations, including the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/contact.html\">Contact his office<\/a> at (402) 922-8832 to schedule an appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Accidents can happen with no warning. A fun day at the park or enjoying a crunchy snack can lead to a chipped tooth. If your little one breaks a tooth, don\u2019t panic! Even if the damage seems minor and your child isn\u2019t in any pain, it\u2019s still a dental emergency. Their tooth won\u2019t grow back and they can be at risk of serious complications without prompt treatment from a pediatric dentist. Here\u2019s what you can expect when fixing a chipped tooth. <a class=\"read-more\" href=\"https:\/\/www.surfsupdental.com\/blog\/a-chipped-tooth-is-a-dental-emergency\/\">(Read More)<\/a>","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-115","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.4 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>A Chipped Tooth is a Dental Emergency<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"If your child chips a tooth, they need to see a pediatric emergency dentist right away because their enamel will not grow back.\" \/>\n<meta name=\"robots\" content=\"index, follow, max-snippet:-1, max-image-preview:large, max-video-preview:-1\" \/>\n<link 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