One should visit the dentist at least:

1. Twice a year i.e., six monthly regular check-ups
2. If there is a toothache, Bleeding, gums-sensitive teeth or any dental problem, one is advised to visit the dentist immediately.

If your tooth is damaged, chipped, or fractured, visit your local dentist as soon as possible. Otherwise, your tooth may be more injured or develop infected. You could wind up losing your tooth. The treatment for a broken or chipped tooth is determined by the severity of the damage. If only a small portion of enamel or the outer white surface is fractured, the restoration is usually as simple as filling it with a nice tooth-coloured material. A badly damaged or shattered tooth may necessitate a root canal treatment, crown, or dental veneer.