Perhaps you were going about your and notice a sudden pain in one or more teeth. Or maybe you’ve bitten into a piece of food or taken a sip of a beverage…and a sudden sting is felt in your tooth.
Many times, these instances are not cause for concern. Other times, you should seek dental care right away.
Read on to learn more about potential causes of tooth pain.
Why does my tooth hurt?
Sometimes, when biting into hot or cold foods, your tooth will experience a sensation. This can be due to eroded enamel – which is the tooth’s outer most layer. When this occurs, nerve endings can become exposed, hence causing pain.
In this case, dental bonding, crowns or veneers may be viable options to restore enamel.
You may also feel tooth pain when tooth decay is present – i.e., a cavity. Cavities can form without you even knowing, that is, until pain is present. As a cavity progresses, a stinging pain can indicate an infection and treatment should be sought out.
Also, tooth pain may indicate that a different illness is happening, like sinusitis, also known as a sinus infection. When inflammation of sinuses happens, you can feel pressure around your teeth, causing pain. This type of infection can typically be treated with antibiotics.
And finally, receding gums may also be a culprit of an achy tooth. And, at its worst, gum disease. When gum tissue recedes, it does not grow back. However, Dr. Milan offers specific gum treatments that can help.
Dr. Mitchell Milan and his dental team
As a leading and well-respected dentist in metro Detroit, Dr. Milan and his team at Birmingham Center for Cosmetic Dentistry are known for addressing oral issues fast…and delivering results.
If you have tooth pain or any other dental ailment, you can count on our office to get you in fast and help determine the cause…and the solution. Our goal is always to ensure your comfort and satisfaction.
Call now to learn more or to make your appointment. We are eager to help enhance your dental health!