If you’ve been making it to your regular dental visits, congratulations! You’re doing your part to stay committed to your long-term oral health. But it’s worth keeping in mind that dental visits aren’t just a time to sit back and relax as the dentist cleans and polishes your teeth. It’s also an opportunity to get information straight from a reliable source when it comes to dental care.

The next time you visit, take a moment to learn about five questions that just might change the way you think about oral health.

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When it comes to medical emergencies, you know when it’s time to see a doctor or visit an emergency room. A broken arm, chest pain, severe bleeding, these are all obvious signs that you need to see an emergency doctor immediately.

But what should you do when you wake up with an aching tooth or sensitivity? When is it time to call after hours vs. wait until regular business hours to address a dental issue? What does emergency pain vs. non-urgent discomfort feel like? Today, an emergency dentist is prepared to answer precisely that.

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