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Ask Dakota Dental: How Do You Handle a Toothache?

November 26, 2013Dakota DentalDental Tips
Get Rid of Toothache Pain

Find Dental Care for Your Toothache

Ouch! The pain of a toothache can range from annoying to agonizing. At Dakota Dental, we believe any toothache pain is too much. But how do you know what action to take to soothe the discomfort?

Sometimes, an over-the-counter pain medication or cold compress to the cheek is all that’s needed. However, watch closely for toothaches that:

•      Last more than a day
•      Cause high levels of pain
•      Are accompanied by a fever or chills
•      Interfere with daily life or keep you up at night
•      Inhibit swallowing or breathing

Because serious toothaches can be caused by decay, abscess, infections, or damaged fillings, it is important to find the root cause and deal with the problem quickly. If left alone, the condition can worsen and spread toxins to other areas of the body and even into the blood stream.

To alleviate the pain of toothache, the first step is to call Dakota Dental at 952-431-5774. Our dental services team will be able to provide you with suggestions for temporary relief while scheduling a dental care exam. At the exam, the Dakota Dental Apple Valley dentists will determine whether there is gum infection, fractured teeth, or broken tooth fillings. From there, the dentists can move forward with treatment needed, including tooth extraction, root canal procedures, oral surgery, or wisdom teeth removal.

The best way to handle the discomfort of toothache is to make preventive dental care a daily habit. Taking care of your teeth with regular brushing and flossing is essential, as is avoiding sticky, sugary foods and drinks. For tips on how to clean your teeth or how to maintain good oral health, be sure to review the entries on our dental care blog here at www.dakotadental.com. You can also ask questions and raise concerns during your check ups with Dakota Dental family dentistry.

Remember, if you have a toothache, it is best to drop by Dakota Dental. Preventing a problem or catching it in its early stages is much less expensive and painful than deciding to wait and see.

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