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Sara’s Dental Nightmare: Why Ignoring a Cavity Led to Disaster
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The Painful Consequences of Neglecting Dental Care
Sara, a 25-year-old marketing professional from Dumaguete, always had a sweet tooth. She loved chocolates, sugary drinks, and late-night snacks. But one thing she didn’t love? Visiting the dentist.
One day, she noticed a small black spot on her back molar. It didn’t hurt, so she ignored it. "It’s just a tiny cavity—no big deal," she thought.
6 Months Later: A Dental Disaster
What started as a minor cavity soon turned into a nightmare.
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Month 1: The black spot grew slightly larger, but Sara brushed it off.
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Month 3: She felt occasional sensitivity when drinking cold water but took painkillers instead of seeing a dentist.
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Month 5: Sharp pain shot through her jaw whenever she chewed. She avoided eating on that side but still delayed treatment.
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Month 6: One night, Sara woke up with excruciating pain. Her face was swollen, and she couldn’t even open her mouth fully.
Panicked, she rushed to Family Tree Dental Care - Dumaguete, a trusted dental clinic specializing in impacted 3rd molars and complex dental cases.
The Expert Diagnosis
Dr. Reyes, her dentist, examined her and took an X-ray. The results were shocking:
✔ Severe tooth decay had reached the nerve, causing an infection.
✔ The infection had spread, leading to an abscess (a pocket of pus).
✔ Her impacted wisdom tooth was pushing against the damaged molar, worsening the pain.
"If you had come earlier, a simple filling would have fixed this," Dr. Reyes explained. "Now, you need a root canal or possibly an extraction."
The Lesson: Don’t Wait Until It’s Too Late!
Sara’s story is a common one—many people ignore small dental issues until they become emergencies. Family Tree Dental Care - Dumaguete emphasizes:
✅ Regular check-ups prevent small cavities from becoming big problems.
✅ Impacted wisdom teeth can cause severe complications if not treated early.
✅ Pain is a warning sign—don’t mask it with painkillers; see a dentist!
Expert Dental Care in Dumaguete
If you’re experiencing tooth pain, sensitivity, or suspect an impacted tooth, don’t wait!
Visit: Family Tree Dental Care - Dumaguete
Specializes in: Impacted 3rd molars, tooth extractions, root canals, and general dentistry
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Book a consultation today and save your smile before it’s too late!
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Visit us at Family Tree Dental Care, G/F LeqTak Building, Sta. Catalina Street, Dumaguete City.
