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    Tooth Disorders
    • Cavities
      • What are cavities?
      • What causes cavities?
      • What are the symptoms of cavities?
      • How can dentists tell if I have cavities?
      • How do dentists treat cavities?
        • Root canal treatment or tooth removal
      • How can I prevent cavities?
    • Dental Abscess
      • What is a dental abscess?
      • What causes a dental abscess?
      • What are the symptoms of a dental abscess?
      • How do dentists treat a dental abscess?
    • Pulpitis
      • What is pulpitis?
      • What causes pulpitis?
      • What are the symptoms of pulpitis?
      • How can dentists tell if I have pulpitis?
      • How do dentists treat pulpitis?
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