Depending on the location and severity of the chip in the tooth, your dentist may elect one of these procedures:

- Reattachment: If you still have the part of the tooth that chipped off, keep it in a glass of milk. The calcium in milk will preserve the chunk of the tooth until it can be reattached by a dental care provider. Depending on the severity and location of the chip, a dental care provider may be able to cement this piece of the tooth back to where it was broken off.

- Bonding: For minorly chipped teeth, your dentist may apply a bonding agent (such as porcelain or plastic) to the affected surface. This can help maintain the structure of the tooth and prevent infection.

- Crown/ Onlay: Crowns and Onlays are prosthetics that are fitted over the damaged area of the tooth. Crowns can last for several years to a lifetime.