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Toothache - Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Definition Toothache or tooth pain is caused when the nerve root of a tooth is irritated. Dental infection, decay, injury and loss of a tooth are the most common causes of dental pain. Pain may also occur after an extraction. Pain sometimes originates from other areas and radiates to the jaw, thus appearing to be tooth pain. Acids produced by the bacteria in plaque can eat through the hard, white coating on the outside of your teeth, creating a cavity. The first sign of decay may be a sensation of pain when you eat something sweet, very cold or very hot. A toothache often indicates that your dentist will need to work on your teeth. The severity of a toothache can range from chronic and mild to sharp and excruciating. The pain may be aggravated by chewing or by cold or heat. A thorough oral examination, which includes dental x-rays, can help determine the cause, whether the toothache is coming from a tooth or jaw problem. Causes
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