Toothaches
Oral pain happens primarily due to toothache. It can be distressing to have a toothache and, if left untreated, can result in severe consequences to an individual’s oral health and overall well-being. The symptoms may vary since it depends a lot on the underlying cause of the toothache and the degree of damage to the tooth. A mild toothache may go on its own within a few days. However, if the pain is severe and consistent, a timely appointment with the dentist for professional dental care should be scheduled without fail.
Even though the most common cause of toothache is the cavity, it can also occur due to various underlying conditions such as:
- Sensitive Teeth
- Chips, cracks, fractures and nerve damage to the root caused by a dental trauma
- Abscess
- Gum Disease
- Bruxism
- Erupting of the teeth
- Ear infections or sinus infections
- Other types of infections that are associated with jaw pain
A severe toothache while eating or drinking hot and cold foods could be because of exposed dentin, sensitive teeth and the presence of a cavity. Pain with pressure could be signs of a cavity, cracked tooth, periodontal problem or a broken filling. If the pain is persistent and does not go away, then the nerve of a tooth might have got damaged, or it could be because of an infection requiring immediate medical attention. Swelling around the tooth, facial swelling, and fever should not be ignored, and immediate consultation with a dentist is recommended. Once the proper diagnosis is made, the dentist will recommend the treatment to alleviate toothache symptoms and thus restore the patient’s oral health.
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