When you visit your dentist, do you know the right questions to ask? Do you understand the terminology they use? Well, here is your very own dental vocabulary cheat sheet, complete with common treatments and terminology your dentist uses. This will help you be more effective and make the most of the time you have to communicate with your dentist.

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For the third time this week, your teeth have been bleeding while you brush them. You are starting to get concerned. Should you contact your dentist? Why are your gums bleeding if your teeth don’t hurt? Why do they look swollen? These are great questions, and it’s actually an excellent time to contact your dentist, as you may be experiencing the first stages of periodontal (gum) disease.

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