November 17, 2022 - Smile 4U Family Dental Clinic

Can my severe toothache be fixed in one visit?

DON’T DELAY YOUR TREATMENT OF DENTAL PAIN

As a matter of fact, a toothache can be fixed in one visit. However, the relief from discomfort doesn’t guarantee that the underlying issue has been resolved completely. At Smile 4U Family Dental Clinic the dental experts make appropriate diagnosis and treatment plan and will resolve the issue of toothache in the first visit itself, although further treatment may be required to subside the etiological factor.

Some of the common contributing factors for a toothache may be a deep dental cavity, a faulty restoration, an abscess/pus, a fractured tooth etc.

TOOTHACHE DUE TO A CAVITY

A cavity is formed by gradual decay or decalcification of the tooth enamel. If left unchecked and untreated it may lead to pulp involvement leading severe pain later on.

A FAULTY RESTORATION

Sometimes a faulty restoration leads to toothache due to micro-leakage and bacterial contamination. The tooth also becomes sensitive at hot /cold temperatures while eating/drinking.

AN ABSCESS

A chronic dental pain and infection may lead to a pus or abscess around the tooth which may lead to severe toothache and in extreme cases swelling with the associated tooth.

CRACKED/FRACTURED TOOTH

Any kind of minor crack or chipped off enamel can be associated with causing a dental pain.

ERUPTION OF WISDOM TEETH

The wisdom tooth may erupt normally or in some cases may cause pain due to lack of adequate space in the jaw thereby causing pressure and pain while eruption. Sometimes they decay owing to poor oral hygiene leading infection and pain.

BRUXISM/NIGHT GRINDING/ CLENCHING JAWS

Some people unknowingly have the habit of grinding their teeth due to various factors such as stress or as a habit. This habit needs to be corrected as early as possible as it may damage the teeth in process or may even lead to TMJ problems .Treatment include fabrication of night guards etc.

TMJ DISORDER

TMJ or temporomandibular joint is one of the most important joints of mouth responsible for our opening and closing of mouth. It permits us to yawn, bite, and talk. Any anomaly of the joint may lead to referred toothache.

RECEDING GUMS

Receding gum line is prone to sensitive teeth and may cause tooth pain. Gum starts to recede due to many factors such as age, poor oral hygiene, gingivitis etc. Timely intervention can treat the underlying cause and can prevent loss and pain of tooth.

INFECTED GUMS

Gums can be infected due to lack of maintaining good oral hygiene and also sometimes due some underlying diseases. Proper cleaning habits and regular professional cleaning at least once a year can ensure healthy gums and prevent gingivitis.

TRAUMATIC INJURIES TO TEETH

Trauma to teeth such as roadside accidents, sudden fall, sports injury etc may be detrimental to the tooth health and may cause severe tooth pain. Such incidences require prompt action and treatment so as to avoid tooth loss in extreme cases.

Whatever is the etiological factor of your tooth pain, we will make a treatment plan that is apt to save the teeth and restore your smile. We’re available for you for any emergency treatment 24 hours a day. Simply reach us so that we can ease your pain and make you beautifully smile again.