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Mouth and Dental Injuries - Preparing For Your Appointment

To prepare for your appointment, see the topic Making the Most of Your Appointment

You can help your health professional diagnose and treat your condition by being ready to answer the following questions:

  • How and when did the injury happen?
  • Have you had a mouth or dental injury in the past? How was it treated? Do you have any problems now that were caused by the injury?
  • What first aid or home treatment measures have you tried? Be sure to include any nonprescription medicines you have taken. Did they help?
  • What makes the symptoms better or worse?
  • What is your routine for taking care of your teeth and gums?
  • Have you had regular dental care? When did you last see your dentist?
  • Were alcohol or illegal drugs involved with your injury?
  • Do you have any health risks?

WebMD Medical Reference from Healthwise

Last Updated: December 01, 2006
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