| What is toothache? |
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Toothache is a condition related to the irritation in the nerve root of the tooth. Each tooth has a soft spongy dental pulp, the inflammation of which causes pain in the tooth. Toothache usually takes place due to dental decay or dental cavities. Toothache is a very common problem and can happen to anybody at any point of time. |
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| What are the common causes for toothache? |
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Common Causes of Tooth Ache: Tooth decay, Swelling of the pulp, Consumption of soft drinks, Consumption of refined carbohydrates and sugar, Faulty diet , Tooth infection, Crack in the tooth. |
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| How can toothache be prevented? |
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The best way to prevent toothache is to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Try to avoid cavities by reducing your intake of sugary foods and drinks - have them as an occasional treat and at mealtimes only. Brush the teeth twice daily by using a toothpaste containing fluoride really helps. Cleaning between the teeth using dental floss, woodsticks, or an inter-dental brush according to your dentist's advice will help prevent toothache. |
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| What should one do in the case of a toothache? |
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• Avoid hot, cold or sweet stimuli. This will help prevent pain from
pulpitis.
• Take a pain killer under the dentist’s guidance.
• If the pain is caused by exposed root surfaces, toothpaste for
sensitive teeth, either used normally or rubbed onto the exposed
root, may be helpful.
• A saltwater mouthwash can also prevent infection if you have
mouth ulcers.
• Visit the dentist as soon as possible. |
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