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It hurts to open my mouth because of a cold sore, but i have a dentist appointment tomorrow. should i cancel it?
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Cold sores: Yes keep your dentist appointment and have the dds evaluate your problem. Many things dds do today have little to do with tooth carpentry. Like soft tissue evaluations.
Answered 10/4/2016
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No: You can call them and ask them about your situation but your dentist maybe able to help you with your cold sore as well.
Answered 3/12/2015
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