You’ve packed your bags, dropped off your dog at a relative’s house, and checked in at the airport. Your plane is even running on time! You remembered your sunscreen, your iPod, and the new mystery novel you’ve been planning to read. Finally, nothing can stand in your way. Now, you find yourself en route to your vacation destination for a week in the sand and sun. Then, you notice a dreaded pang in your tooth. After everything has gone so smoothly, why do you find yourself with a nasty toothache as soon as your plane takes off? Believe it or not, this is a common occurrence. Today, we will discuss why it happens, and how you can find a skilled and knowledgeable emergency dentist as soon as your plane lands. The Relationship between Flying and Toothaches When flying, your teeth can hurt for the same reasons your ears pop: fluctuations in cabin pressure. While many travelers experience exacerbated symptoms of an existing problem, oftentimes a toothache will appear out of nowhere and wi