Tooth nerve pain can feel severe like a sharp, stabbing pain or as little as a dull ache. If your tooth nerve is exposed, particular foods and drinks will probably trigger the pain.
Pain in an exposed tooth nerve can be triggered by foods and drinks that are hot or cold, sugary, acidic, or sour. If you avoid those foods, you may be able to help reduce your pain until you are able to be seen by a dentist.
Though a few moments of tooth sensitivity don’t usually indicate a dental emergency, you should see a dentist to find out the cause. In the meantime, you can help prevent and treat tooth nerve pain at home.
Relief and treatment options:
Depending on the cause of your pain, there are several possible dental procedures that can solve the problem. Two of the most common procedures for nerve pain are fillings and root canals.
- Fillings: If you have nerve pain caused by a simple cavity, a filling is the most common dental repair.
- Root Canals: A root canal is performed if nerve pain is due to a tooth that is severely infected or decayed. The nerves inside teeth are not essential for healthy tooth function, and a root canal will cure some types of tooth nerve pain.
- Try using oral care products designed for sensitive mouths.
Both adults and children can get this type of pain. See a dentist immediately if you have any signs or symptoms. You will likely need a dental exam and an X-ray to find out what’s causing the tooth pain.
Here at Capozzi Dental, we want to help you with your pain. Contact us today for an appointment. Regular dentist visits help to prevent serious teeth problems before they cause pain. You can prevent the majority of dental problems by flossing, brushing with fluoride toothpaste, and having your teeth professionally cleaned twice a year.
