You will be able to return to work or school while you recover. Dentists and oral surgeons may plan additional procedures at the most appropriate time. If causes other than the teeth or jaw are responsible for the pain, management will be according to the condition. Following good dental hygiene, such as brushing with a fluoride toothpaste, flossing, and routine check-ups by the dentist, helps to prevent dental problems. For conditions other than dental and jaw problems, prompt diagnosis and treatment usually improve long-term outcome.
Most people can avoid severe dental problems with regular dental care.
Have your dentist's telephone number easily available in case of an emergency. Maintain a healthy diet. Bacteria thrive on refined sugar and starch and need this in order to burrow through the enamel on your teeth. Watch what you eat and be careful about food that sticks to and between your teeth. Brush your teeth after eating or add foods in your diet with some roughage that may act as a natural toothbrush.