What can cause Toothache?

Does your teeth hurt?

What are the primary causes of toothache and should you be concerned?

If the pain is sharp and sudden or dull and constant, then you must not ignore this situation.

A toothache can be caused by a nerve in the root of the tooth or surrounding tooth becomes irritated. This irritation may be caused by:

• Infection

• Decay

• Injury

• Tooth loss

If you have an infection or decay, there is bacteria crowing inside mouth and you may want to see us for a consultation. If the pain is caused by injury or tooth loss, then you want to see us right away as well in order to prevent any further damage to your remaining teeth and gums.

If your teeth or simply being sensitive, you will still want to consult with us to know the exact cause of this sensitivity. It might be possible that Gum disease was worn your teeth down and exposed the roots, so you’ll wan us to take look.

What do you think? Hopefully your teeth are currently not in pain and this can serve as a good reminder as far as what to do if you ever experience a toothache in the future!