A chipped tooth can be very painful. There is no discomfort or pain if there is damage in only the enamel. But if the chip is inside the tooth to the nerve, it may cause severe pain. You can always have your chipped tooth restored. Some people think that a chipped tooth may not harm their oral health, and hence, they do not get it treated. But you should not ignore it because a chipped tooth often leads to further damage and infection.