Why is My Toothache Worse at Night?

According to recent research, 12% of Americans have experienced a toothache in the past 6 months. Although toothaches are common, it’s not normal to have dental pain. It’s a symptom of an underlying problem, which may seem to worsen at night. You aren’t imagining things. Toothaches can intensify as you lay down to go to sleep. Here’s what causes your pain to increase and what you can do to manage it until you can see your emergency dentist.

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