The most common cause of a toothache is tooth decay but the only real way to find out is to arrange to see your dentist. Other reasons why you may have a toothache in Arlington Heights include:
* Infection in the root canal
* Gingivitis or other gum disease
* Bruxism which is tooth grinding
* Tooth trauma, and
* An abnormal bite
A tooth ache can also be a symptom of angina; this is why it is so important that you see your dentist as soon after you experience a tooth ache as possible. It may very well be that your dentist will refer you back to your medical doctor for evaluation and treatment.
The symptoms that accompany a toothache:
A toothache is bad enough but it often is accompanied by other conditions. If, for example, you notice a pus sac form on your gum this is an indication of an infection or an abscess on a tooth. Evidence of pus can also be an indication of gum disease which may be accompanied by redness and bleeding gums.
Pain alleviation:
Of course you will want to get to your dentist as quickly as you can but in the meantime there are a couple of things you can do that can give your temporary relief. You can rinse with warm water and salt, take an OTC pain reliever such as Ibuprofen or try applying a cold cloth or ice pack to the outside of your cheek in the affected area.
Once you get to your dentist, he or she will undertake a complete examination to determine the location of the toothache and to identify the cause. The dentist may also take an X-Ray of the area, there may be decay that is not visible or the toothache in Arlington Heights may be caused by an impacted tooth or a jaw bone issue.
If you suffer a toothache in Arlington Heights don’t wait, it will not go away without professional intervention. You are invited to make an early appointment with James Kakos, DDS or contact at Website.com for more information.
