Most people visit a dentist only when pain becomes unbearable. By then, a simple fix has become a major procedure. Here are 5 signs you should never ignore.

1. Persistent Toothache Lasting more than a day means infection or nerve damage. Painkillers only mask it — the cause never resolves on its own.

2. Bleeding or Swollen Gums Regular bleeding is an early sign of gum disease — the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Caught early, it is fully reversible.

3. Lingering Tooth Sensitivity Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet that stays for several seconds signals enamel erosion, cracks, or decay. Do not mask it — treat it.

4. Loose or Cracked Tooth Adult teeth should never wobble. This is a dental emergency — every hour of delay risks losing the tooth permanently.

5. Mouth Sores Not Healing Any ulcer or sore lasting beyond 2 weeks needs urgent evaluation — it can indicate infection or early-stage oral cancer.

Do not wait until it gets worse. City Dental Hospital, Rajkot is a NABH-certified dental clinic offering specialist-led emergency and routine dental care.

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