A dental injury where a piece of the enamel (and sometimes dentin) breaks off. It is the most common dental injury, usually affecting the upper front incisors.
Even a small chip can leave the remaining tooth sharp, injuring the tongue, or weaken the structure leading to larger cracks. Deep chips exposing the nerve require immediate attention to prevent infection.
How to fix a chipped tooth?
Polishing: For tiny chips.
Bonding: Tooth-colored resin for moderate chips.
Veneer/Crown: For large fractures affecting structural integrity.