I have a toothache! What should I do?

There are number of causes of toothache other than tooth decay which is the primary cause of toothache for most children & adults. Other possible causes of toothache can include:

• An accumulation of food & debris between your teeth, especially if teeth have spacing between them
• Infection in the gums or at the root of the tooth
• Trauma to the tooth, including injury or grinding your teeth
• Sudden fracture of the tooth or tooth root
• A split in the tooth that occurs over time
• Tooth eruption through the gums
• Sinus infection that can be felt as pain in the teeth

While it may quite frustrating to have a toothache, it is critical to see your dentist at your earliest convenience. Until you can see your dentist, try these self-care tips to temporarily relief pain:

• Rinse your mouth with warm salty water
• Take an over-the-counter (OTC) pain reliever to dull the ache
• If the toothache is caused by trauma to the tooth, apply a cold compress to the outside of your cheek
• * Try not to bite any hard food with the offending tooth

If you need any more information you can contact us at info@orionsdental.com