{"id":127,"date":"2019-10-16T15:08:15","date_gmt":"2019-10-16T15:08:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=127"},"modified":"2019-11-16T15:11:48","modified_gmt":"2019-11-16T15:11:48","slug":"my-toothache-went-away-do-i-still-need-to-visit-a-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/my-toothache-went-away-do-i-still-need-to-visit-a-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"My Toothache Went Away \u2013 Do I Still Need to Visit a Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/toothache__1525183739_45507.jpg\" alt=\"woman in pain from toothache\" class=\"wp-image-128\" width=\"304\" height=\"202\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/toothache__1525183739_45507.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/toothache__1525183739_45507-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/11\/toothache__1525183739_45507-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 304px) 100vw, 304px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s a typical fall Sunday afternoon, and you have plans to\ncheer on your Dallas Cowboys. As you make the final preparations to enjoy the\nupcoming game, you\u2019re suddenly struck with a sharp pain that seems to radiate\nthroughout one side of your jaw. You have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">toothache<\/a>\non your hands, and you need to schedule an emergency visit with a local dentist.\nIf the pain subsides, though, does that mean you\u2019re out of danger, or is the\nproblem still there? As you continue reading, get the answers you\u2019re looking\nfor and also learn what the common causes of a toothache are.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Typical Causes of a Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s one thing for sure; toothaches are no fun. One way\nto lessen the chances of one occurring, though, is to know what some of the\npossible contributors are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Broken tooth<\/li><li>Gum infection<\/li><li>Damaged filling<\/li><li>Abscessed tooth<\/li><li>Advanced tooth decay<\/li><li>Ongoing teeth grinding<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The most common cause of a toothache is acute bacteria\ngrowth that has entered the sensitive area where the pulp and canals are housed.\nIf there is any noticeable tooth pain, the first step to take is to contact an\nemergency dentist. Then, you can do what\u2019s necessary to stabilize the situation\nuntil you can be examined and treated.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Respond to a Toothache<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While the ultimate way to deal with a toothache is to visit\na dentist, what can you do until your appointment to ease some of the symptoms?\nTo make sure the pain isn\u2019t being caused by food or an object lodged between\nyour teeth, you can carefully floss around the pain site. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In addition, you can take the following steps to get some\nrelief:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rinse your mouth with an alcohol-based mouthwash\nto remove bacteria and to numb the sensitive area.<\/li><li>Take ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin) or acetaminophen\n(Tylenol) to decrease the pain.<\/li><li>Apply ice to the outside of the jaw to reduce pain\nand any swelling.<\/li><li>Keep your head elevated to prevent blood from\nrushing to your mouth, which could intensify the pain.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What if the Pain Goes Away?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>On some occasions, the discomfort related to a toothache can\nsubside. The most common reason is that the tooth has died, which means that it\ncan\u2019t be salvaged. Thus, temporary pain relief should never be confused as the\nproblem being corrected. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When it comes to bacteria, they only move in one direction:\nstraight ahead. Therefore, whether any initial tooth pain fades or not, you should\nmake it a priority to visit an emergency dentist. In doing so, you can find out\nfor sure what\u2019s the cause of the toothache and receive the vital restorative\ncare you need.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A graduate of New York University College of Dentistry, Dr.\nPrachi D. Shah has been providing compassionate and comprehensive dental care\nfor over a decade. She understands that dental emergencies can happen when they\u2019re\nleast expected, which is why she provides 24\/7 phone service for patients to seek\nhelp with dental trauma. Dr. Shah can be reached for more information through\nher <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a>.\n<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s a typical fall Sunday afternoon, and you have plans to cheer on your Dallas Cowboys. As you make the final preparations to enjoy the upcoming game, you\u2019re suddenly struck with a sharp pain that seems to radiate throughout one side of your jaw. 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