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Toothache

Minor conditions Toothache

Overview

Symptoms

Common symptoms of toothache can range from a dull ache in the mouth, sore gums and jaw to an acute pain in a particular tooth. Should a toothache persist for more than 2 days you should contact your dentist.

Causes

The general causes of toothache are:

  • Tooth decay
  • A dental abscess
  • A broken or loose filling
  • A cracked or a damaged tooth
  • An infection

Treatment

Toothache can be prevented by maintaining healthy teeth and gums, with regular brushing and flossing, using a fluoride toothpaste and cutting down on sugary foods, snacks and drinks.

To alleviate symptoms while waiting for a dental appointment you can

  • Take painkillers, such as ibuprofen or paracetamol
  • Rinse your mouth with salty water
  • Use a pain-relieving gel such as Orajel. This contains a numbing agent that will relieve symptoms and pain.
  • Apply a few drops of Clove oil using a cotton bud to the affected area.

 

Useful links

The information on this page has been adapted from original content displayed on theĀ  A to Z of health conditions and illnesses sections on the NHS and NI Direct websites. More informationĀ  can be found on these sites.

 

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