How To Know If You Need A Dentist Appointment For A Possible Infection
by Harold Coleman
Sure, you might already see the dentist twice a year for your regular check ups and cleanings. You might think that this is enough for the dentist to spot any potential problems with your teeth. However, the fact is that a lot can happen in the short amount of time that you have between dental visits, such as infections. Therefore, it is important to make sure that you are well-versed in the signs and symptoms of infections. The more you know, the easier it will be to spot the problem, and then schedule an appointment with your trusted dentist.
Swelling Of The Gums
The swelling of the gums will start centralized to the area of the infected area. If this problem is left alone and not treated, there is a good chance that the infection can spread, causing further swelling of the surrounding gums. Of course, a slight swelling of the gums that lasts only a day may not be a sign of an infection. You might have just irritated the area by puncturing the gum while eating. However, if the swelling persists and continues for more than a few days, it is safe to say that it could be an infection needing to be checked out by a dental professional.
You Can't Chew On That Side Of Your Mouth
Having any food touch a certain tooth, let alone trying to chew food on that side of your mouth, can be terribly painful if there is an infection brewing under the surface. This symptom should not be confused with a slight hot or cold sensitivity that might be temporary. When you have an infection in your teeth or gums, you will have consistent pain when chewing your food, whether you are chewing hot or cold foods. The pain might also last for a while after chewing and require you to take some over the counter pain medication in order to alleviate some of the pain.
As you can see, the signs and symptoms are fairly easy to spot once you know what they are. Therefore, you should have no trouble figuring out if it is time to call the dentist, one like Accent Dental, for a evaluation. Just make sure that you are not waiting for your next scheduled cleaning. After all, that appointment has been set with the hygienist, not the dentist who is truly the person that you need to see.
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I have never liked my teeth. I had a lot of dental problems, including deep staining and oddly shaped teeth. Every tooth did not have the same shape, and some were rounded while others were more square. Not surprisingly, I never smiled in pictures and not even much in real life. This left people thinking I was mean before they even met me. My dentist told me my best bet to improve the look of my smile was a set of porcelain dental veneers. He said they could make all my teeth white and the same shape. I said I wanted them without any hesitation, and we scheduled my procedures. I love my new teeth, and they really did change my life. I created this blog to help other people living with teeth they don't like realize that they do have options that can improve their smiles and their lives.