Causes of Dental Pain
The most common cause of toothache, or pain in the region of the jaws and face, is pulpitis - inflammation of the nerve of the tooth. The short, sharp pains usually occur in response to hot, cold or sweet stimuli; this can be caused by decay or a fracture of the tooth. Pulpitis is often reversible and, once your dentist has identified and treated the problem (usually with a simple filling), the toothache will disappear.
There are many different things that trigger toothaches or symptoms similar to toothache, these include dental decay, a fracture or cracked tooth, an exposed tooth root, an abscess in the gum, ulceration of the gums or inflammation of the sinuses. If you think your pain may be caused by a gum problem the symptoms can be helped by Corsodyl mouthwash.
However, if you are unable to see your dentist, painkillers such as ibuprofen (eg Nurofen) or paracetamol may provide some relief , also avoid eating or drinking on the affected area. Remember even if the pain goes away, without treatment it will eventually become worse and if taking painkillers do not exceed the dose recommended and always read the leaflet supplied with the medicine.
