The number of emergency room visits for tooth-related pain almost doubled between 2000 and 2010 (from 1.1 million to 2.1 million). Many of these visits were due to painful toothaches or tooth abscesses that had become unbearable. And while pain relief is usually the driving factor, there’s an even more important reason to seek treatment right away: An untreated toothache or abscess can be fatal. However, emergency dental care will not only relieve your pain but also potentially save your life. Learn more below about the signs of a tooth abscess and how it can be prevented and treated.
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