{"id":837,"date":"2018-12-19T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2018-12-19T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/\/template2\/dental-care-blog\/what-to-do-when-you-have-a-toothache\/"},"modified":"2018-12-19T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2018-12-19T00:00:00","slug":"what-to-do-when-you-have-a-toothache","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mydentalpracticeblog.com\/graystonedental\/dental-care-blog\/what-to-do-when-you-have-a-toothache\/","title":{"rendered":"What To Do When You Have A Toothache"},"content":{"rendered":"<\/p>\n

\"\" A TOOTHACHE IS<\/b> never fun to deal with, and they can happen for a variety of reasons. Do you know what to do when one strikes, especially if it happens over the holidays or at the beginning of the weekend and you can\u2019t get quick access to professional dental care? <\/p>\n

Toothache Causes<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The most common reason<\/a> a tooth might initially feel painful is tooth decay, but it isn\u2019t the only reason. Tooth pain can also be the result of pulp inflammation, an dental abscess, a cracked tooth, or even gum disease.<\/strong> Impacted teeth (teeth that are blocked from coming in where they should by bone, gum tissue, or other teeth) can also be painful. Tooth sensitivity can lead to discomfort as well, and sometimes the cause is merely a sinus infection or congestion. <\/p>\n

Reducing Dental Pain Before Your Appointment<\/strong><\/h3>\n

The best thing to do when you have a toothache is to come see us right away. If for some reason that isn\u2019t possible, there are a few things you can do to manage your dental pain in the meantime. <\/p>\n

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  • Rinse and spit with warm saltwater<\/strong> to reduce inflammation<\/li>\n
  • Apply a cold compress<\/strong> to the cheek near the sore area<\/li>\n
  • Take anti-inflammatory medication<\/strong><\/li>\n
  • Use an over-the-counter topical medication<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n