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Dental advice and emergency care guides for patients in Edinburgh, including guidance shared across the Night & Day network.
A dental abscess may become less painful, but that doesn't mean the infection has cleared. Learn what happens when an abscess is left untreated, why it may burst, which symptoms require urgent attention and how a dentist can treat the underlying problem.
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Severe toothache, a cracked tooth or repeated infections can leave you wondering whether your tooth needs removing. Discover seven warning signs, how dentists decide whether a tooth can be saved, and when an urgent dental assessment may be necessary.
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Tooth pain when biting down can have several causes, from a cracked tooth or loose filling to decay or infection. Discover seven possible reasons your tooth hurts when chewing, what different symptoms may mean, and when you should arrange an urgent dental appointment.
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Toothache can feel more intense when you're trying to sleep, but why does it happen? Discover what might be causing your nighttime dental pain, practical ways to manage discomfort safely, and the warning signs that mean you should contact a dentist urgently.
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