{"id":269,"date":"2024-07-08T19:00:17","date_gmt":"2024-07-08T19:00:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/?p=269"},"modified":"2024-08-08T19:02:20","modified_gmt":"2024-08-08T19:02:20","slug":"is-it-true-that-toothaches-are-dental-emergencies","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/08\/is-it-true-that-toothaches-are-dental-emergencies\/","title":{"rendered":"Is It True That Toothaches Are Dental Emergencies?"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"201\" src=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x201.png\" alt=\"Woman on blue background holding her jaw and looking miserable\" class=\"wp-image-270\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image-300x201.png 300w, https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/08\/image.png 550w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Simply put, yes, it\u2019s true that toothaches are considered <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">dental emergencies<\/a>. It\u2019s also true that your teeth might ache if you have a sinus infection or recently went through a dental treatment. If that\u2019s the case, how are you supposed to know when you need to call your emergency dentist?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t worry, the telltale signs of a serious oral condition might be more obvious than you think. Keep reading to learn what makes a toothache a dental emergency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Distracting, Persistent Pain<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The biggest giveaway involves severity and length. Sinus infections and new oral appliances will make your teeth feel achy and sensitive. They can usually be soothed by over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or Tylenol. Infections, decay, or dental fractures, on the other hand, are more likely to halt your day and linger. Typically, this more intense sensation will be centered on one tooth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Blood or Pus<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In general, teeth aren\u2019t supposed to leak. Bloody gums are an infamous sign of gum disease, though blood coming from anywhere in your mouth is an urgent matter. If you notice a foul-tasting bump that seems to be filled with pus, that\u2019s probably an abscess. Don\u2019t touch it! It\u2019s a type of infection, and it needs to be treated by an emergency dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fever, Malaise, and Inflammation<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you feel feverish, sick, or are getting chills, call your emergency dentist right away. This type of dental discomfort also indicates a serious infection that requires prompt attention. In a similar vein, inflammation usually means that your body is fighting something. A swollen face could point to a number of things, but swollen gums are associated with gum disease.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why You Should Contact Your Emergency Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Clearly, none of these possibilities are pleasant! Toothaches can mean your oral or general health is at risk, which is why dentists consider them a dental emergency. Even if the cause of your discomfort doesn\u2019t turn out to be that dramatic, your emergency dentist can help provide relief and assist in arranging your next steps. Aches are uncomfortable, no matter the reason behind them, so don\u2019t hesitate to call your oral health team!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Rupeshwar Renkuntla<\/a> is focused on your needs and comfort! When you visit Saginaw Dental for your dental emergency, he\u2019ll diagnose the problem promptly and work with you closely to ensure you have full confidence in your treatment plan. Dr. Renkuntla even offers sedation dentistry to ease discomfort and anxieties. To <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mysaginawdental.com\/contact.html\">contact<\/a> his office, call 817-989-2832.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Simply put, yes, it\u2019s true that toothaches are considered dental emergencies. It\u2019s also true that your teeth might ache if you have a sinus infection or recently went through a dental treatment. If that\u2019s the case, how are you supposed to know when you need to call your emergency dentist? 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