One of the reasons why dentists are so important is that it can be incredibly difficult to determine on your own what kind of oral health problem you’re dealing with, especially on the basis of feeling alone. This is even more true when it comes to dental emergencies, when discomfort can make it a little bit difficult to think straight.
However, going to your dentist with a little bit of an idea of what problem is bothering you can save time for both you and them. If you’re dealing with a certain amount of facial pain, here are a few things that could be responsible.
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