{"id":4163,"date":"2020-12-29T08:01:06","date_gmt":"2020-12-29T13:01:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/?p=4163"},"modified":"2021-02-23T11:47:10","modified_gmt":"2021-02-23T16:47:10","slug":"tooth-pain-causes-remedies-treatment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.opencare.com\/blog\/tooth-pain-causes-remedies-treatment\/","title":{"rendered":"Tooth pain: Causes, remedies, treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"Reading Time: <\/span> 5<\/span> minutes<\/span><\/span>

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The human body is a wonder! But it does hurt a lot, and sometimes health problems seem to arise out of thin air. Tooth pain is one of those ailments that can really take you by surprise, if you do not keep up with your routine dental appointments!\u00a0 This is just another reason to make sure you go regularly to get your teeth cleaned, and have routine dental checks.<\/span><\/p>\n

When our teeth hurt, it affects how and what we eat. From mild sensitivity to severe tooth pain, there’s a range of all the tooth feels you may face. And depending on its severity, it may indicate you have underlying oral health problems. The first step to solving any problem is identifying it, then you can start to seek treatment.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why do my teeth hurt?<\/b><\/h2>\n

Your teeth hurt because of the numerous pain receptors present in the interior layers of your teeth. They essentially hurt because there\u2019s a problem and your body wants you to fix it.<\/span><\/p>\n

What are the symptoms of tooth pain?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Weird question, right? Well, not exactly. There\u2019s more to tooth pain than just pain in your teeth. Other symptoms can include trouble chewing, ear pain, swollen gums, and headaches. Some of these will occur only during chewing; others may be constant.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

What does throbbing tooth pain indicate?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Throbbing toothache pain can mean multiple things. It may mean you have tooth damage. It can also be a sign of tooth decay or cavities. Furthermore, it can be a symptom of an infection in the tooth or the gums around it.<\/span><\/p>\n\n

If you have throbbing tooth pain, it means there is some damage to your teeth and you should make a <\/span>dentist appointment.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n

Why does my pain come and go?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Intermittent sharp pain can be triggered by opening your mouth too wide or eating something cold. The most common causes of sharp pain that comes and goes are cracked teeth, cavities, or abscesses.<\/span><\/p>\n

Why are my teeth sensitive all of a sudden?<\/b><\/h3>\n

Sensitive teeth can be a huge annoyance. They can rid you of the ability to enjoy coffee, ice cream, and more of your favorite foods. Sudden tooth pain or sensitivity can be caused by any of the following:<\/span><\/p>\n