Maybe it’s 1 a.m. and you just want the answer to “How to stop tooth pain.” If so, you need to find a dentist as soon as possible. There are many reasons why you may be experiencing pain in your mouth, and you’ll feel much better once you get a solution to the problem

What are the causes of toothaches?

Toothaches can be caused by something happening to your teeth or it could be referred pain from other parts of your body. Some common causes of toothaches include:

– Trauma to the face or jaw

– Drainage from sinus infections may cause tooth pain.

-Tooth decay that spreads deep and extends to the nerves in your teeth may cause pain.

-A broken filling might expose the nerve inside the tooth 

-Tooth infection or abscessed tooth 

-Food impaction between teeth

-Pericoronitis: Inflammation over the gum that covers wisdom teeth.

-Temporomandibular joint or jaw muscle disorders

– Gingivitis or periodontal disease, commonly known as gum disease

-Bruxism: Grinding your teeth, especially at night

What Do I Do To Help Right Now?

 You may have to wait to see a dentist, and you need a little relief in the meantime. Some home treatments that can dull your pain before you can visit your dentist include:

-Use over-the-counter pain relievers provide temporary relief from a toothache. 

-Keeping your head elevated higher than your body will keep the blood from rushing & pooling to your head. The higher the blood flow, the more intensified the toothache will be.

 -Try avoiding acidic, cold and hard foods before bed as they can trigger pain.

-Rinse your teeth with a mouthwash containing alcohol. It will disinfect and numb your teeth.

-Use a cold compress or ice pack before bed can help dull the pain.

When Should You Go to the Dentist?

Any toothache deserves an answer. Sometimes pain that diminishes can return with more intensity than the first time. Consult your dentist immediately if your toothache lasts more than two days, is accompanied by fever, headache, pain when opening your mouth, causes you severe discomfort, causes you trouble sleeping at night, or if you have trouble breathing or swallowing. If you’re having trouble breathing or swallowing, go to the ER immediately.

Depending on the cause of a toothache, your dentist will choose the best treatment for your condition. This may include:

– If the tooth decay is limited to the dentin, the cavity may be cleaned out and filled.

-If your tooth has cracked or fractured your dentist may repair it if it can be salvaged or suggest replacement with a dental implant or bridge. 

-If you have referred pain due to a sinus infection that is giving symptoms of a toothache, symptoms will typically subside once your sinus infection goes away.

Stop The Pain and Live Again!

At Dentalchat, we’re here to help people get the care they need for healthy lives. Feel free to ask us a question or let us help you connect with our member dentists in your area. If you’ve had tooth pain, don’t wait for it to get worse or become debilitating. Make an appointment and get it checked soon!