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Why is my Toothache Radiating to my Ear and Chin?

Serving Brentwood, Belle Meade and Green Hills Areas of Nashville TN Nothing can ruin your day quite like a toothache. If you’re experiencing tooth pain, it can manifest as anything from an occasional throb to a constant, dull ache to sharp, stabbing jolts that can be agonizing. Sometimes, a toothache might even cause pain in other areas—such as your ear and chin. In this article, your Nashville emergency dentists at Devine Dentistry will explore this phenomenon of a toothache radiating to your ear and face and why you should immediately seek dental care if this …

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A How-To Guide on Overcoming Dental Anxiety

Serving Brentwood, Belle Meade and Green Hills Areas of Nashville TN Dental anxiety can create feelings that keep patients from visiting the dentist. Unfortunately, avoiding the dentist is not recommended for your teeth or overall health. Therefore, our Nashville sedation dentists at Devine Dentistry share a how-to guide on overcoming dental anxiety so that you can get the care you need. After following the advice below, if you still have dental anxiety, the caring team at Devine Dentistry can discuss sedation dentistry with you to keep you calm while protecting your health. Why do people …

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How to Convince your Loved One to go to the Dentist

Serving Brentwood, Belle Meade and Green Hills Areas of Nashville TN Dental phobia is real, and it affects millions of people. Whether it stems from a previous bad experience at the dentist or simply not having an understanding of what to expect, the thoughts of going to the dentist invokes significant fear in many people. You may be one of them! Most likely, you ended up on our blog today because you have a friend or loved one that falls into this category, and you’re trying to help. Today on the blog, we share ways …

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Should I Cancel my Dental Appointment with COVID Cases on the Rise?

Serving Brentwood, Belle Meade and Green Hills Areas of Nashville TN Approximately 19 million cases of COVID have struck the U.S. Experts state that we are experiencing a second wave of the virus. But COVID-19 doesn’t negate the need to care for your health, specifically your teeth. Practicing good oral hygiene, addressing dental problems, and getting regular cleanings and exams is a necessary part of maintaining your oral health, as well as your overall health. Today on the blog, we’re sharing what you should do about your dental appointment since COVID cases are on the …