Toothaches can be painful and worrisome. They are almost always a symptom of a far more serious oral condition. This is even more likely to be the case if you’re experiencing pressure or pain in the gums as this could be a sign that a serious infection is forming within the dental socket. At the first sign of toothache discomfort, you should seek professional care at Ferguson & Associates, DDS.
If there is no obvious traumatic event that preceded the toothache, then it most likely means that undiagnosed or untreated tooth decay has penetrated the sensitive interior structures of the tooth. This might call for Dr. Sean Ferguson performing a root canal to remove any cavities or infected structures in the tooth.
If the toothache can be attributed to a recent trauma such as a blow to the face or a hard fall, it might be that the trauma damaged the root or socket of the tooth. Without timely, professional care, this could lead to infection and total tooth loss.
You might also try rubbing topical oral analgesic onto the surrounding gums for temporary pain management. Just keep in mind that while this might numb the area in the short term, it should not be used as an effective treatment of the underlying problem.
If you live in the Concord, North Carolina, area and you are suffering with a toothache, you should call 704-786-8317 to seek professional care at Ferguson & Associates, DDS.