1 - Alteration in the gums: when there is some type of alteration in the soft tissue, either pain or change of color or bleeding are signs that a periodontal disease is occurring: gingivitis and in the case that is more severe a periodontitis

2 - Bad breath, halitosis: about 50% of the population has suffered at some time. And although sometimes it is not at all worrisome, if it occurs repeatedly, it is a sign that something is happening in the oral cavity. The most common causes are periodontal diseases, low salivary level, abundant tartar.

3 - Molars of judgment: wisdom teeth are the last teeth to come out and usually happens in adolescence. They are the third molars to erupt, and they do it on each side of the jaws, although for many people these molars may be impacted on the bone, which is why they present symptomatology of pain, irritation, inflammation, even bad breath.

4 - Dental pain due to caries: if there is dental pain it can be an indicator of the presence of caries or an infection.

5 - Alteration of the temporomandibular joint: this joint connects the jaw to the skull, if the joint is not in good condition it can develop a disorder in the same joint. The symptoms are usually: pain below the auricular area, sounds when opening the mouth, pain in the muscles surrounding the joint.

6 - Sensitivity to heat or cold: if you are experiencing an increase in sensitivity to heat and cold, dental caries is a good possibility. When dental caries appears first, it affects the surface of the teeth. As the condition progresses it makes its way to the center of the tooth where the nerves and blood vessels are located. This is when you begin to experience pain in response to cold and hot temperatures.

And finally…

7 - Hide your smile: whether you feel inhibited because you lack a tooth, or if you want a more intense smile, it was time to consult the dentist who has modern devices to improve your oral health.