Toothache or Dental Pain
Toothache/Dental Pain Norlane Geelong
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 permanent and effective solution.
Norlane Dental Aesthetics and Implants offers dental solutions to make sure your toothache doesn’t return. Consult with your Norlane dentist today!
Causes of Toothache
Tooth decay
Tooth decay, when untreated, can attack the surfaces of the teeth. The bacteria in the teeth erode its surfaces revealing the sensitive portions of the tooth. Bacteria in the pulp can cause serious pain.
Trauma/Injury
When you receive a strong blow to your face, the pain doesn’t always go away quickly. Sometimes, the pain stays, and can even be triggered by simply opening your mouth. Cracks in your teeth can run to the roots and develop into cavities or worse.
Gum Disease
The bacteria in the mouth irritate the gums and cause them to recede. When the gums recede, the sensitive parts of the teeth are exposed, resulting in sensitivity towards extremely hot, cold, sticky, or sweet foods and beverages.
Abnormal bite
Abnormal alignment of the teeth results in uneven pressure inside the mouth. This may need the help of orthodontic correction like conventional braces or Invisalign®.
Impacted tooth
When a tooth does not develop fully through the gums, it irritates surrounding nerves, causing severe pain. Common cases of an impacted tooth involve wisdom teeth and other molars.
Teeth Grinding
If you have toothache with no signs of tooth decay or periodontal disease, you may have bruxism. Bruxism is a common cause of toothache. If left untreated, persistent tooth grinding can damage crowns and fillings, and wear away the enamel, putting your teeth at risk for infection.
First Aid for Toothache
In case of toothache, here’s what you can do:
Make sure there are no food debris left in the mouth. To remove the food debris, brush your teeth and floss gently, especially in the affected area.
If swelling occurs, apply a cold compress.
Take over-the-counter painkillers, but do not give aspirin to patients younger than 18 years old. Never put aspirin directly on your aching tooth or the gums surrounding it.
Visit your Norlane dentist immediately.
Toothache/Dental Pain in Norlane Geelong
Norlane Dental Aesthetics and Implants is your trusted and experienced dentist, providing same-day care for you and your loved ones in Norlane and the surrounding areas.
If you have a dental emergency, contact us immediately so we can treat the problem immediately and prevent further damage or infection.
Toothache/Dental Pain in Norlane Geelong
For dental emergency care in Norlane, call us on (03) 5278 2666 or visit us at 21 Princes Highway in Norlane.