A diligent at-home dental hygiene routine combined with a routine checkup and cleaning every six months can prevent dental problems like cavities and gum disease. However, there’s no guarantee that you’ll never have an emergency.
For example, you might bite into something hard or sticky and dislodge a filling! While you might not consider it urgent if it doesn’t hurt, you should call your dentist sooner rather than later. The longer you wait, the more likely you will develop an infection or sustain additional damage. Keep reading to learn more about why this happens and what you should do!
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