What to do in the first hour
Most chips aren’t emergencies, but a quick call helps us decide how soon you need to be seen.
Rinse gently
Use warm water to clean the area and check the damage.
Save any pieces
Wrap them in damp gauze or keep them in milk and bring them with you.
Control swelling
A cold compress on your cheek reduces swelling and discomfort.
Protect the edge
Sugar-free gum or dental wax can cover a sharp edge until your visit.
Call us
(732) 525-2656. If there’s pain or a large break, we’ll see you as soon as possible.
→Composite bonding & chipped tooth FAQ
A small chip without pain usually isn’t, but it should be checked soon. If you have pain, sensitivity or a large break, call us for a same-day visit.
Small to moderate chips are ideal for bonding. Larger breaks, or chips on back teeth that take heavy biting forces, may need a crown or veneer instead.
Usually not. Little or no enamel is removed, so most bonding is done without anesthesia.
Typically 5–10 years, depending on the tooth’s location and your habits. Bonding can be touched up or repaired easily.
Yes. We match the shade to your natural teeth. If you plan to whiten, do it first, because resin doesn’t change color with whitening.
Yes, right away. Avoid biting hard objects like ice, pens or fingernails, and consider a night guard if you grind.
It depends on the size and location of the chip. Bonding is usually one of the most affordable repairs, and insurance often helps when it repairs damage.
Biting hard foods or objects, sports injuries, falls, grinding and weakened enamel from large fillings or decay.
Sculpted by hand,matched to your smile.
1 · Shade matching
We choose a resin shade that blends with your natural tooth.
2 · Gentle preparation
The surface is lightly roughened. Little or no enamel is removed.
3 · Layering & shaping
Resin is applied in layers and shaped to rebuild the tooth.
4 · Curing & polishing
A special light hardens each layer, then we polish it to a natural shine.