Tooth Pain Toothache Treatment in Indianapolis

Tooth Pain or Toothache Treatment

Some toothaches come from irritations around the tooth but not inside
of the tooth, and these can get better on their own and shouldn’t last
more than 2 days. If the pain comes from inside the tooth, chances are
you have an infected pulp. The pulp is a sensitive part of your tooth
that hosts blood vessels and nerves, so it is no wonder that an infected
pulp causes severe pain.

Here are the possible causes of your toothache:

  • Tooth decay

  • A tooth abscess (formation of pus around a tooth)

  • Fractured or cracked tooth caused by sports injuries, a fall, a
    fight, an accident, etc.

  • A broken filling

  • Repetitive motions such teeth grinding

  • Inflamed gums or periodontitis

What are the symptoms of toothache?

Tooth pain may be sharp, throbbing, or constant. Sometimes the pain
is only felt when you bite something. Some other symptoms include
swelling around the tooth, fever, headache, neck pain, leaking pus, and
bad odor.

How will the dentist treat my toothache?

At the dental office, your dentist will do an examination. Some of
the questions they’ll ask include:

  • Where is the pain located?

  • When did it start?

  • Is it mild or severe?

  • Is it ongoing or does it come and go?

  • What makes the pain worse and what makes it better?

The treatment will depend on the cause. For example:

  • If your pain is caused by tooth decay, your dentist will clean
    the tooth and apply a filling. Sometimes the tooth needs to be extracted
    if the decay is severe.

  • If your toothache is caused by an infected pulp, a root canal
    procedure may be needed.

Home remedies for toothaches

To get temporary relief at home try these options:

  • Applying cold or hot compress on the pain area for 10 minutes
    every few hours.

  • Rinsing your with warm salt water to remove trapped debris and
    disinfect the mouth.

  • Rinsing your mouth with hydrogen peroxide mixed with water. Be
    sure not to swallow the solution.

  • Over-the-counter pain medications.

If you have a toothache that doesn’t subside in 2 days, it may
signify a dental problem that could become worse. Call us and discuss
your concerns with our dentist today.