I asked about the temperatures in case it was a sensitivity issue. If it's just on one side, do you think that it might be focused on just one tooth, or more than one? This is something that you could call your dentist about and they could decide whether it was important enough to see you immediately.

When you go to the dentist, do you tell them you are scared? I did that with my dentist and now they are very careful with me. They go slow and make sure to check in on my pain and anxiety frequently. They also encourage me to ask for more Novocaine if I feel ANYTHING.