Throbbing Toothache Triggers and Treatment

A severe or prolonged toothache isn’t something to wait out and hope for the best. Your pain is an indication that something is amiss with your oral health. Toothaches can be signs of an oral infection, abscessed tooth, untreated decay, or other dental condition needing immediate attention. At Urgent Dental of Denver, located in Denver, Colorado, we offer immediate toothache relief for adults experiencing painful dental issues. The answers to these FAQs provide greater insight into toothache causes, symptoms, and treatment.

What can trigger a toothache?

Untreated decay is one of the main causes of toothache, but there are many others! Your pain may stem from a defective crown or filling. An oral infection, gum disease, bruxism, or abscessed tooth can result in painful toothache symptoms. Dental injuries can also cause tooth pain. An evaluation by Dr. Drew Boyd will determine the source of your pain so you can get immediate relief.  

Besides pain, what other symptoms can toothaches cause?

In addition to pain, you may experience headaches, fever, gum inflammation, or pus drainage from an infected tooth. Toothaches can cause sharp, throbbing pain or a dull, persistent ache in your mouth, depending on the cause and severity of your condition.

Is severe tooth pain a dental emergency?

Yes! Dental emergencies are situations where you experience severe pain, uncontrolled bleeding from your gums or teeth, or dental injuries that threaten the life of your tooth. Time is of the essence when it comes to treating dental emergencies. The sooner you see your emergency dentist, the sooner you get pain relief. You also get a quicker treatment that can save your tooth!

When should I see my dentist about a toothache?

Contact Dr. Boyd for urgent dental care if your toothache doesn’t subside within a few days. We’ll evaluate your teeth and gums and take x-rays of your mouth to pinpoint the cause of your pain so you can get the help you need. Toothaches caused by decay can be treated with dental fillings. Painful chewing caused by fractured or broken teeth can often be remedied with a dental crown. Oral infections may require antibiotics and root canal therapy to relieve pain, stop the infection, and save your tooth.   

What are some ways to help with toothache pain at home?

Various home remedies can help temporarily relieve toothache pain until you can get permanent relief. You can try rinsing your mouth with warm saltwater or a hydrogen peroxide/warm water mix or swabbing the afflicted area with essential oils (thyme, oregano, tea tree, or clove). Drinking warm herbal teas can often help ease toothache pain. For an abscessed tooth, there’s the age-old remedy of biting down on raw garlic to help ease the pain until you can see your dentist for treatment.

Where can I go for long-term toothache pain relief near me?

For prompt, long-term toothache pain relief, contact Dr. Drew Boyd from Urgent Dental of Denver, located in Denver, CO, at (720) 573-2629.

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