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Our office will be closed from December 24th until Wednesday, January 6th. Happy Holidays!
Your oral health is really important. And this means that you should never ignore signs and symptoms that something may be wrong with your teeth and gums. So in this blog from our Lenoir City dentist at Lakeside Dental, we’ll discuss the top seven symptoms that you shouldn’t ignore in your mouth. Read on, and make sure you come and see Dr. Joseph Blalock for a consultation if you notice one or more of these symptoms!
If your teeth hurt when you eat really sweet foods, when you consume hot and cold foods or drinks, or are sensitive to the pressure of biting and chewing, you should see a dentist. Some people have naturally sensitive teeth.
But most of the time, tooth sensitivity indicates a serious dental problem, especially if you’ve never had sensitive teeth in the past. You may have an issue like a cavity or gum disease that’s causing gum recession. With treatment at Lakeside Dental, you can get a diagnosis and get relief from tooth sensitivity.
If your gums are swollen and inflamed in one particular area, you may have an infected tooth. Or if your gums are inflamed, swollen, and discolored throughout most of your mouth, you may have gingivitis or a more advanced form of gum disease. Swelling and inflammation are not normal, so see a dentist like Dr. Blalock right away to get the help you need.
If your gums bleed a little bit occasionally while you brush, this isn’t a big deal. But if you see a lot of blood whenever you brush, this usually indicates that you have gum disease. The sooner you get help for gum disease, the better your outcome will be, so come to our office ASAP.
If you have a painful lesion, bump, or sore that’s not healing properly after about two weeks, you should see a dentist. Mouth sores can become infected and cause a lot of pain. And in some cases, an ulcer that doesn’t heal properly could be a sign of oral cancer.
Toothaches don’t happen to healthy teeth. If you have a toothache that lasts more than a day or two, you may have a tooth infection. If you leave your tooth untreated, your pain will only get worse and the tooth will eventually die. You will need to get a root canal in Lenoir City from Dr. Blalock to restore and protect your tooth.
Bad breath that won’t go away is called “halitosis,” and it’s not normal. It usually indicates gum disease or some kind of oral infection. If your breath smells bad and you’re not sure why, you should visit Lakeside Dental for a consultation.
Healthy teeth do not have brown, black, gray, or other discoloration. Tooth discoloration typically indicates tooth decay or a tooth infection, which will need treatment with a root canal. In addition, if you can see visible pits, holes, or other damage to your tooth, then you almost certainly have extensive tooth decay.
At Lakeside Dental, Dr. Blalock offers expert care in a 100% judgment-free zone. No matter what symptoms are bothering you, we’re here to help you improve your oral health, not to judge you. If you’re ready to take control of your oral health, contact us online. We’re always accepting new patients from our community in Lenoir City.
