Tooth pain? Know what to do to relieve tooth pain!

Table of contents


• - What is a tooth pain?
• - What are the causes of tooth pain?
• - Recognise the symptoms
• - Tips for treating tooth pain
• - What can I do to prevent tooth pain?

Everyone has had a toothache. Whether it is an erupting wisdom tooth or sensitivity when eating ice cream. A toothache can be very annoying. That’s why you want to get rid of it as soon as possible. In this article, we discuss the causes and symptoms of toothache. We also tell you how to stop toothache fast.

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What is a tooth pain?

A toothache is an annoying condition in which there is a sudden pain in your mouth. It usually manifests as pain around the molar, tooth or jaw. It involves a throbbing, stabbing or nagging pain that gets progressively worse

What are the causes of tooth pain?

Toothache or toothache can occur quite abruptly and can have several causes. Below are the most common causes:

• Stretching gums
• Gum inflammation and periodontitis
• An inflamed molar
• Taking cold or hot drinks and/or food
• A broken molar or filling
• A erupting wisdom tooth
• An abscess
• Tooth decay
• Cavities

Recognise the symptoms

Depending on the cause, toothache can have different symptoms:

• Stabbing, throbbing or nagging pain in tooth or molar;
• Headache or fever;
• There is a pus-like discharge coming from the inflamed tooth;
• Swollen toothache around tooth or molar;
• Unpleasant taste in the mouth;
• Swelling around the tooth, molar or wisdom tooth;
• Pain sensations during chewing;

A combination of the above complaints is also possible.

Tips for treating tooth pain

Are you suffering from toothache? And would you like to know how to stop toothache? Then contact your dental hygienist or dentist as soon as possible. You can possibly relieve pain with paracetamol or ibuprofen. You can also hold an ice-pack against the painful area to temporarily numb it as a relief from toothache.

What can I do to prevent tooth pain?

Make sure you maintain your teeth properly. It is very important to see your dentist regularly, even if you have no complaints. Obviously, you should brush your teeth daily. Preferably twice. Watch your diet and make sure you don’t eat too many sugars. In addition, clean your teeth daily with dental floss or brushes. Protect your gums by using a soft-bristled toothbrush. Finally, it is wise to replace your toothbrush every three months.

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Written by

Kim Schouten

In recent years, she has worked in various areas to improve oral health care for both young and old. Oral care is an essential part of daily care. This is because good oral care is not only important for the mouth, but also for overall health. Therefore, it is very important to create awareness and share knowledge about this.