Toothache? We Can Help
posted: Nov. 09, 2020.
Toothaches can be nasty, but our dental professionals can stop the pain in its tracks.
An aching throbbing tooth is most certainly a problem that you need to have evaluated by our Riverview, FL, dentists Dr. Janis Milne and Dr. Rosie Kickish. Ignoring this problem will not make it go away. In fact, it will only make things worse. If you are dealing with a toothache, it’s important to see our dental team as soon as possible to find out what’s going on.
A toothache could be a warning sign of,
- Decay
- An infected dental pulp
- Gum disease
- An abscess
- A broken filling or restoration
- Teeth grinding
- A fractured or cracked tooth
It’s important to schedule an appointment with our Riverview, FL, emergency dentists if your toothache is severe, lasts more than a day or is accompanied by jaw or ear pain or a fever.
How is toothache treated?
We first need to perform a thorough examination to determine what’s causing your symptoms. After all, the cause will determine how to best treat the pain. For example, a cavity simply means that we will need to remove the decay and then apply a dental filling to the tooth, while a root canal may be necessary for teeth that have an inflamed or infected nerve. If there is an infection present our dental team will most likely prescribe antibiotics, as well.
Do I need to have the tooth removed?
In most cases no; however, this is why it’s so important to see a dentist right away when you notice a toothache. Most of the time, the underlying cause is rather minor and easily treatable; however, if you’re a little nervous about visiting the dentist or undergoing a dental procedure and you put off the treatment you need, then decay or an infection will only get worse. Prevent the need for a tooth extraction by simply turning to our gentle dental team for care when you need it.
We know just how painful a toothache can be, but our Riverview, FL, dentists can help you get the treatment you need to feel better fast. If you’re dealing with a true dental emergency, the team at Inspiration Dental can provide you with same day care. Call us right away at (813) 677-1200.