Thank you very much for the reply. I do take excellent care of my teeth (well as far as I can tell, when I go to get cleanings my dentist says my teeth are fine but for whatever reason I still get cavities). I will definitely be vigilant. Is there anything else that I can do besides what I already am (brushing multiple times a day, flossing daily, staying away from cokes and candies, and getting routine cleanings) that would help?
My tooth doesn't hurt at all but I have that taste which like you said is a sign of an infection. Speaking of UNM, I will know by next week if I have a job with them that will give me Health benefits including dental. If I do not get that job, however, I will definitely look into the clinics.
Thank you again for the reply