Wilderness: Tooth Squeeze (cont.)
When to Seek Medical Care
- If experiencing tooth squeeze, have a dental evaluation and have any damage repaired.
For More Information
Divers Alert Network, Dental Distress
Medically reviewed by Martin E. Zipser, MD; American Board of Surgery
REFERENCE: DAN.org. Dental Distress.
Medically Reviewed by a Doctor on 4/22/2015
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