Range from toothaches and tooth decay to cold sores, abscesses and dental phobias. In these sections, you can learn about causes, treatments and prevention of a variety of dental problems.

Toothaches are a common dental problem, and can occur even if you’re diligent about oral care. However, what seems like a toothache is oftentimes mistaken for another condition, trigeminal neuralgia. Learn more about toothaches and neuralgia in the "Toothaches" section.

Cold sores are another familiar dental problem, affecting about 80 percent of the American population. Although general physicians can help keep cold sores manageable, so can a dentist. In the "Cold Sores" section, learn what you can do to prevent outbreaks and what treatments are available.

If dental phobia keeps you from visiting a dentist for dental problems, that’s a problem. The good news is there are many simple ways to overcome dental fears and phobias. Browse through the "Dental Phobias" section to learn how communication, relaxation, hypnosis and anesthesia can help you overcome dental fear.