Your teeth are protected by the hardest substance in your body. Your enamel is stronger than bone and even some metals, but it isn’t indestructible. Biting down on a popcorn kernel or a blow to the mouth during a game of football can result in a chipped tooth. No matter the cause, you need an emergency dentist right away, even if you’re not having any pain. Don’t panic. Here’s what you should do if you’ve chipped a tooth.