A toothache can be one of the most painful experiences one can go through. The pain can be due to infection from a cavity or a crack in the tooth that exposes the nerve.

What can I do for toothache at home?

Rinse with warm salty water, gently floss to remove trapped food, and use over-the-counter pain relief as directed on the label. Do not place aspirin on the gum. Call us to arrange an assessment.A toothache can be one of the most painful experiences one can go through. The pain can be due to infection from a cavity or a crack in the tooth that exposes the nerve.

When is toothache an emergency?

Call us promptly if pain is severe, keeps you awake, or comes with swelling or fever. If swelling affects your breathing or swallowing, call 000 or go to hospital.

Will antibiotics fix my toothache?

Antibiotics may be used in some cases of spreading infection, but they do not treat the cause. The tooth usually needs dental treatment.

What if it happens after hours?

For severe pain, swelling or trauma outside our opening hours, go to your nearest hospital emergency department. For life-threatening symptoms, call 000.

What is the cause of a toothache?

The most common cause of a toothache is an infection inside the tooth from a cavity. Pain can also be associated with an exposed nerve from a cracked or chipped tooth. Pain related to hot or cold fluids or food items is usually due to sensitivity issues.

How can you relieve the pain of a toothache?

There are several toothache remedies that can help relieve the pain related to a toothache. However, this is only a temporary solution, and you will need to seek the advice and services of a professional dentist. Failure to visit a dentist can result in future episodes of even more severe pain or could even be fatal in certain situations.

Dental emergency · Toothache

Toothache? Let’s find the cause.

Toothache can come from decay, a cracked tooth, gum problems, an infection or a wisdom tooth. At our Norlane practice we set aside emergency appointments each day to find the cause and relieve pain. Call (03) 5278 2666.

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Pain is a signal worth listening to.

One of the most common dental emergencies is toothache or dental pain. When you have a toothache, your daily activities are affected. Eating can be difficult, causing you to lose your appetite and experience headaches.

Toothache may be sharp, dull or throbbing, or triggered by hot, cold or biting. Pain that lingers, wakes you at night, or comes with swelling or fever can indicate infection and should be checked promptly.

Pain relief can help in the short term, but the underlying cause usually needs treatment to stop it returning.

Over-the-counter drugs offer quick relief, but relief that won’t last for long.

After a couple of hours, you’re stuck with a toothache again. What you really need is a lasting and effective solution.

Norlane Dental Aesthetics & Implants offers dental solutions to make sure your toothache doesn’t return.

Visit your Norlane, Geelong dentist today!

Norlane Dental

One location since 1974

Possible causes

Common causes of toothache.

Only an examination can confirm the cause of your pain.

N° 01

Decay

Tooth decay

Decay that reaches the inner layers of the tooth can cause pain, especially with sweet, hot or cold foods.

N° 02

Cracks

Cracked tooth

Pain when biting, or when releasing a bite, can be a sign of a crack.

N° 03

Infection

Dental abscess

A throbbing pain with swelling may indicate an abscess.

N° 04

Gums

Gum problems

Inflamed gums or food trapped under the gum can cause localised pain.

N° 05

Wisdom teeth

Erupting wisdom teeth

Wisdom teeth can cause pain and swelling at the back of the mouth.

N° 06

Sensitivity

Exposed roots

Worn enamel or receding gums can cause short, sharp sensitivity.

Urgent symptoms

When to call 000 or go to hospital.

Call 000 or go to your nearest hospital emergency department if you have swelling that affects your breathing, swallowing or eye, bleeding that will not stop, a suspected broken jaw, or a head injury. Outside our opening hours, seek care at your nearest emergency department for severe pain, swelling or trauma.

When you call us

What happens next.

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01.

Call early

Call (03) 5278 2666 as early in the day as possible. We set aside emergency appointments each day, subject to availability.

02.

Tell us what happened

Our team asks a few questions to understand how urgent it is and what to do before you arrive.

03.

Assessment

Your dentist examines the area and takes X-rays if needed.

04.

Relief first

The first priority is to relieve pain and stabilise the problem. Options and costs are explained before treatment.

05.

Follow-up

If further treatment is needed, we plan it with you at a follow-up visit. See all dental emergencies.

Treatment options we may discuss.

Please note

Treatment depends on the cause and is confirmed after an examination.

01.

Relief

Temporary dressing

A soothing dressing or temporary filling can settle pain while further treatment is planned.

02.

Restore

Filling or crown

Repairing decay or a cracked tooth with a filling or crown.

03.

Nerve

Root canal treatment

When the nerve is inflamed or infected, root canal therapy aims to save the tooth.

04.

Removal

Tooth extraction

Where a tooth cannot be saved, extraction may be recommended.

In pain? Call (03) 5278 2666 as early in the day as you can.

Good To Know

First Aid for Toothache

In case of toothache or dental pain, here’s what you can do:

Brush your teeth!

Make sure there are no food particles stuck in the mouth. To remove the food debris, brush your teeth and floss gently, especially in the affected area.

Apply a cold compress

If you notice any swelling, try soothing it with a cold compress for some instant relief!

Pain relievers

Take over-the-counter pain relievers, but do not give aspirin to those below 18 years old. Never put aspirin directly on your aching tooth or the gums surrounding it.

Call and visit us!

If you’re concerned about a dental emergency, call us immediately, and we will get you in to see the dentist as soon as possible.