Tooth pain can be miserable, leaving, biting, chewing, and brushing uncomfortable, sleeping difficult, and concentrating next to impossible. Toothaches can have many causes, and while some can be remedied with simple solutions at home, others require the help of a dentist. Dentist Stephanie Herbst of Enid Dental Care in Enid, OK can help you identify the source of your tooth pain and find a treatment that leaves you pain-free.
Tooth Sensitivity
Toothaches that occur when drinking hot coffee or tea or consuming icy beverages are likely the result of tooth sensitivity. Tooth decay or receding gums can increase your tooth sensitivity, and if you suspect either it's time to schedule a visit with your dentist at our Enid, OK office.
In the meantime, it's a good idea to skip piping hot or freezing cold food and drinks and try a toothpaste specially formulated for sensitive teeth.
Pain when biting
If biting down on hard foods like apples or nuts causes sharp pain in your tooth, you may have severe dental decay. Decay and damage to the tooth or its pulp require the intervention of your dentist, who may need to perform a root canal or other dental procedure to correct the issue.
Throbbing pain and swollen gums
If you have a constant toothache and red, puffy gums your tooth may be accessed, which left untreated can cause a tissue infection. Make an appointment with your dentist at our Enid, OK office, and try using an over the counter pain reliever to ease your discomfort in the interim.
Tooth pressure and jaw ache
Potential reasons for a jaw ache and tooth pressure include grinding of your teeth or a sinus infection. If you are also suffering from a runny nose, severe headache, and impaired breathing, visit your physician to see if you have a sinus infection, which may require medication. Your dentist can help with solutions for teeth grinding once diagnosing whether the habit is caused by anxiety or occurring during sleep.
Call your dentist at our Enid, OK office at 580-237-2213 if you are experiencing a toothache, and let us help your find relief.