Tooth Ache - First Aid and Emergency Treatment Guide
Overview/Causes Tooth ache is primarily caused by tooth decay Bacteria flourishes on sugar/starch in food particles inside mouth A sticky plaque is then formed on teeth surface The bacteria in the plaque produces acid This acid erodes the enamel or hard covering of the teeth This creates a cavity The first sign of tooth decay is tooth ache This occurs on eating something very cold/very hot/sweet Tooth ache can also be caused by injury/trauma Tooth ache can occur in children and adults Symptoms Pain in the tooth radiates to jaw, cheek, ear Pain while chewing Increased sensitivity to hot/cold things Swelling in the jaw Discharge/Bleeding from tooth or gums treatments a floss to remove any particle lodged between teeth Learn flossing from a dentist Take a pain relieving tablet Apply benzocaine containing antiseptic Applying clove oil al...