Have you ever suffered a toothache that seemed to become worse at nighttime? Needless to say, this can make it quite difficult to get a good night’s rest—and sometimes the cause isn’t clear at all! Here’s more from your emergency dentist about some of the common causes for tooth pain worsening during nighttime, along with some tips for addressing it and getting back to bed!

Unfortunately, there’s an unpleasant cycle of shame and dental care that many patients fall into. Since they are worried about judgment from their dentist, they skip their visits; because they skip their visits, their oral health declines, creating an even bigger fear of going to the dentist. If you’ve found yourself in this trap, it’s important to remember one very crucial piece of information: your dentist doesn’t judge you. Here’s why.