My teeth hurt. Should I go to the dentist?

If you have tooth pain, it's crucial to visit a dentist as soon as possible. Our dentists in Toronto will share information about the symptoms of a dental emergency and advise you on when you should make an appointment with a dentist.

Reasons Your Teeth May Hurt:

If you feel a constant and intense pain in your tooth that makes your mouth throb, it could be a toothache. It's essential to contact your dentist immediately if you experience this emergency because it could be quite severe. Other signs that you should see a dentist right away include more than just pain around the tooth. These include:

• Foul taste in your mouth or bad breath
• Fever
• Swelling around the tooth
• Facial swelling
• Bleeding in your mouth

Different factors that may be causing your tooth to feel painful include:

• Trauma to the tooth or surrounding tissue
• Abscessed tooth
• Infected nerve
• Damage dental work
• Infections in the mouth
• Tooth decay
• Teeth grinding

What to Do:

If you have a dental emergency, the first step is to stop any bleeding by using gauze. If a tooth or piece of tooth is missing, try to find it and remove any debris, but don't rinse it with water.

If possible, gently place the tooth back in its socket and bite down softly. If you can't do this, put the tooth in a container with milk to preserve it for the dentist.

You can reduce swelling and pain by taking painkillers and applying an ice pack, but make sure to see a dentist as soon as possible. Don't try to treat the issue yourself, as it may cause more harm.

Our dentists at dentalhouse Liberty Village in Toronto can diagnose and treat the issue, so book an appointment or search for "dentist near me" to find us. If you experience severe pain or tooth breakage, call us immediately for emergency treatment.

If your case is less severe, here are some other things you can do to manage your discomfort until your appointment time:

• Rinse your mouth using salt water
• Record your pain
• Keep your teeth clean
• If the tooth is broken, apply a piece of gauze over the jagged edge of the tooth

If your teeth are hurting, contact the Toronto dentists today for an appointment.