{"id":133,"date":"2019-12-21T13:58:00","date_gmt":"2019-12-21T13:58:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=133"},"modified":"2020-01-21T14:02:10","modified_gmt":"2020-01-21T14:02:10","slug":"why-is-your-tooth-aching","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/why-is-your-tooth-aching\/","title":{"rendered":"Why is Your Tooth Aching?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_282944168__1579615066_66072-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person holding their mouth in pain\" class=\"wp-image-134\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_282944168__1579615066_66072-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_282944168__1579615066_66072-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/01\/AdobeStock_282944168__1579615066_66072.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you experiencing uncomfortable oral pain that\u2019s keeping you up at night and distracting you from work and school? Even though it may seem like a small problem, it\u2019s always important to contact your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency dentist<\/a> right away, because it could unfold into something more severe. While you\u2019re waiting to visit your dentist, read on for some common reasons a toothache may occur, and how you can ease your pain at home until you receive professional treatment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Problems That Can Cause Toothaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are countless problems that can result in a toothache.\nSome are as simple as a lodged popcorn kernel between your teeth, and others\nare as serious as a tooth infection. Here\u2019s a closer look at some potential causes\nof your pain:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Tooth Decay: <\/strong>If it has been longer than\nyou\u2019d like to admit since you last visited your dentist, your oral pain could\nbe the result of an untreated cavity that has exposed the more sensitive\ninner-chamber of your teeth over time. <\/li><li><strong>Sensitive Teeth: <\/strong>Sensitive teeth can be\ncaused by more than just dental decay. If you experience oral pain when you\nconsume extremely hot or cold foods and beverages, it could be caused by worn\nfillings or even receding gums as a result of gum disease. <\/li><li><strong>Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): <\/strong>Countless Americans\ngrind and clench their teeth every night and don\u2019t even know it. If you notice\nthat your teeth hurt and you can\u2019t pinpoint why, ask yourself, do you wake up\nwith a sore jaw or a throbbing headache? These are common signs that you have\nbruxism. <\/li><li><strong>Tooth Infection: <\/strong>When cavities go\nuntreated, they can develop into tooth infections. This is when the fragile\npulp, located in the inner chamber of your tooth, has become attacked by\nbacteria. The pulp contains thousands of nerves, which is why you may be\nexperiencing a severe and throbbing toothache. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips to Ease Tooth Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re unsure of whether your pain is caused by a lodged\npiece of food or an oral health problem, you can find out by gently flossing\naround the affected area and rinsing your mouth with lukewarm saltwater. This\nwill help dislodge any debris. If your pain persists, immediately contact your\nemergency dentist so you can find out what the problem is and get it treated. While\nyou\u2019re making your way to their office, here are a few tips to help relieve\nyour discomfort:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Place a cold compress on the area to constrict\nthe blood vessels and make the pain less severe. <\/li><li>Place a peppermint tea bag in the freezer for a\ncouple of minutes and apply it to your tooth.<\/li><li>Dab a small amount of vanilla extract onto a\ncotton ball and place it on the affected area a few times each day. <\/li><li>Add a drop of clove oil to a glass of water and\nrinse your mouth with it. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>When you get to your emergency dentist\u2019s office, they\u2019ll be\nable to quickly and effectively relieve your pain by treating the oral health\nproblem. The longer you wait to contact them, the more you\u2019re putting your\nmouth at risk. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Prachi Shah has been providing her patients with\nhigh-quality and dental healthcare since 2007. She focuses on equipping everyone\nthat walks through her doors with the knowledge and treatments they need to\nprevent additional oral health problems from occurring down the road. She\nunderstands that accidents happen and can be incredibly stressful to deal with,\nwhich is why she provides fast emergency dental care and a 24\/7 phone service\nto guide them through the situation. For questions or to schedule an emergency\nappointment, visit South Arlington Dental Care\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southarlingtondentalcare.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or\ncall 817-860-2222.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you experiencing uncomfortable oral pain that\u2019s keeping you up at night and distracting you from work and school? Even though it may seem like a small problem, it\u2019s always important to contact your emergency dentist right away, because it could unfold into something more severe. 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