{"id":47,"date":"2019-04-05T18:46:28","date_gmt":"2019-04-05T18:46:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/?p=47"},"modified":"2019-05-07T18:48:27","modified_gmt":"2019-05-07T18:48:27","slug":"emergency-dentist-in-beverly-causes-of-a-toothache","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/2019\/04\/05\/emergency-dentist-in-beverly-causes-of-a-toothache\/","title":{"rendered":"Got a Toothache? An Emergency Dentist in Beverly Explains Potential Causes"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_227763334__1555940542_50065.jpg\" alt=\"a woman with a toothache\" class=\"wp-image-48\" width=\"296\" height=\"197\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_227763334__1555940542_50065.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_227763334__1555940542_50065-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/05\/AdobeStock_227763334__1555940542_50065-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 296px) 100vw, 296px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s Friday night, and you\u2019ve already got your Saturday\nplanned, and you couldn\u2019t be more excited. Breakfast at the local bakery with\nyour closest friends, Lynch Park for a relaxing day outside, and finally, a\nconcert at the Larcom Theatre. By the time you wake up the next morning, the\nfun you planned to have is replaced with immense pain and misery due to a\nhorrible toothache. What do you do? An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency\ndentist in Beverly<\/a> explains the causes behind a toothache and what you\nshould do to address the situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Can Cause a Toothache?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When you think of oral pain, you may automatically think of\na root canal, tooth extraction, or a more common cause: a toothache. There are\na wide variety of reasons your tooth or teeth could be hurting, all of which\nare not as obvious as food stuck between your teeth. Let\u2019s look at a few of the\nmain causes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Gum disease<\/li><li>Bruxism (teeth grinding or clenching)<\/li><li>Tooth injury (caused by trauma)<\/li><li>Abnormal bite<\/li><li>Infection (tooth decay)<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Should I Handle it Until I See My Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This irritating and inconvenient feeling can derail your day\nand even make you want to plead for someone to pull your tooth out to relieve\nthe pain. Before you take such drastic measures (which we highly advise you do\nnot do), your emergency dentist in Beverly offers some tips on how to handle\nthe problem until you can get in to see a professional. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Rinse your mouth with water, and gently floss\nbetween your teeth to dislodge any food that might be stuck and causing the\npain. <\/li><li>Place a cold compress against your face to\nreduce any swelling. <\/li><li>Take an over-the-counter pain reliever to reduce\ndiscomfort. Remember, never place aspirin on the gum area, as it can damage\nthem. <\/li><li>Call your dentist to determine if you need an\nappointment or if you can get in right away. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Prevent a Toothache?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Toothaches can happen when you least expect it. Even if you\nmaintain the best oral habits, you\u2019ll more than likely experience pain in a\ntooth or teeth at some point. If you want to do everything you can to keep your\nteeth and gums as healthy as possible, here are a few things you can do to\nprevent a toothache from occurring:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Practice good oral hygiene. Make sure you\u2019re\nbrushing your teeth twice a day for two minutes and flossing at least once a\nday. <\/li><li>Use a fluoride toothpaste to combat tooth decay,\nwhich is one of the leading causes of toothaches.<\/li><li>Rinse with an antiseptic mouthwash.<\/li><li>Visit your dentist twice a year (every six months)\nto have a thorough examination and professional cleaning. <\/li><li>Limit the amount of sugar you eat, as it is the\nfuel that harmful bacteria needs to produce plaque. <\/li><li>Ask your dentist about dental sealants and\nfluoride treatments. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t let a toothache get you down! If one occurs, follow\nthe instructions provided by your dentist and seek treatment as soon as\npossible. But, if you want to spend your day at the park instead of in the\ndentist office, make sure you maintain good dental habits for a happy and\npain-free mouth!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Author <\/strong><br>Dr. Lauren Gadeberg earned her undergraduate degree (a dual major in biology and political science) from Syracuse University before being accepted at The College of Dental Medicine at Nova Southeastern University. Looking to be closer to her family, she transferred to Tufts University School of Dental Medicine, graduating with her dental degree in 2014. She spent four years as a service member of the Navy Dental Corps, which provided her with exceptional, clinical skills. She and her colleagues at Beverly Farms Dental will always put your needs first, and should a dental emergency arise, you can expect prompt care while keeping your comfort and health top of mind. For questions about our services, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.beverlyfarmsdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <strong>(978) 927-3515<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s Friday night, and you\u2019ve already got your Saturday planned, and you couldn\u2019t be more excited. Breakfast at the local bakery with your closest friends, Lynch Park for a relaxing day outside, and finally, a concert at the Larcom Theatre. 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