Are You Experiencing Tooth Pain? It Could Actually Be Coming from Your Gums
It makes sense that if you are experiencing tooth pain, you would assume there is something wrong with your tooth. However, this is not always the case. In fact, tooth pain can be one of the first signs of gum disease and other issues with the gums. Keep reading to learn more and then contact California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 if you are experiencing tooth pain.
Sensitive Teeth Can Be Caused by Gum Issues
If your gums are not in good health, you could have sensitive teeth. Why? Because your gums support and protect your teeth. If you have gum disease, your gums could be receding and separating from your teeth. This causes the roots of the tooth to be exposed, and it leaves the nerves unprotected. As a result, if you notice that your teeth are sensitive, this could be caused by gum disease.
Gum Conditions Can Lead to Infection in the Root of Your Teeth
If you have gum disease, you have harmful bacteria in your mouth – it is that simple. The roots of your teeth and the nerves of your teeth can become exposed thanks to severe gum disease. When your teeth and gums separate, it is more likely that you will develop an infection. This can then lead to an abscess at the base of the tooth or an infection in your root canal. Either issue can be rooted in your gums and can lead to serious pain. One solution is a root canal.
Gum Disease Can Lead to Tooth Decay
If you have diseased gums, then your teeth are more susceptible to the threats that can then lead to decay. Gum disease is often caused by tartar that as formed and not been removed from your teeth. Remember that the only way to remove tartar is to have your dentist do so. This is part of our standard cleaning and exam process.
If Your Teeth Hurt Then You Should Take Action
If your teeth start to hurt, the first thing you should do is improve your oral health routine. This could be enough to restore health to your gums, depending on how deeply the gum disease has formed. If your gum disease is serious enough that brushing and flossing are not enough, then we may need to take part in more serious treatment.
If you are ready to improve the health of your gums, we welcome your call to California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161. We can find the right way for you to deal with all the pain and other symptoms you are living with.
