Cracking the Case: Why Do You Have a Toothache and What Can You Do About It?
One of the most painful and aggravating things a person can deal with is a persistent toothache. The pain can radiate through the entire mouth and can cause other issues like neck pain and migraines. If you’re in the process of trying to deal awith a toothache, you’re also likely trying to avoid a trip to the dentist. The truth is that the best way to get it treated correctly and quickly is to call California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161. Today we’ll go over some of the most common causes of tooth pain.
The two most common causes for tooth pain may surprise you
If you had to guess what the two most common causes of tooth pain are, what would you guess? The answer is cavities and infections. The symptoms of both are quite different, except that they both involve tooth pain. Cavities can be treated relatively affordably with amalgam fillings. Treating infections may involve taking antibiotics.
Your toothache may be the result of gum disease
If you have gingivitis, or the more serious type of gum disease known as periodontitis, then the solution for your toothache likely begins with a deep cleaning. This is an affordable procedure but you may need to come back several times. We will also talk to you about how you can prevent gum disease, such as flossing, brushing better, and using the right toothbrush and toothpaste.
Your toothache may be caused by a cracked tooth
In some cases, a cracked tooth is extremely obvious. For others, the crack can be so tiny that it’s virtually microscopic. It may even be in a spot you can’t see. If you do have a crack and it is small, then it’s likely we’d simply fill it in or bond it to make it whole again. This is also a relatively affordable procedure that can be done in a single appointment in most cases.
That said, if the tooth is more seriously cracked then more serious steps may need to be taken. This may include adding a crown to your tooth or even pulling the tooth. If your tooth does need to be pulled, we have several cosmetic dentistry options that can make your smile as good as – or better than – new. Though this is more involved than other options, note that if you have a cracked tooth and don’t get it taken care of, bacteria and food can infiltrate it. This can lead to more dental and general health problems.
Don’t wait to find out why you have a toothache
It can be tempting to simply hope that a toothache goes away. That may be decent advice for a day but if you find yourself waiting for weeks in hopes that your toothache will disappear, then we strongly recommend that you contact a dentist right away. You can reach California Dental Group at (800) 407-0161 to make an appointment.
