What causes a toothache? What exactly is it? Well of course it’s a tooth that hurts, but that seems to simplify it a little too much and doesn’t really describe how intense the pain can be.
And that simple explanation doesn’t really tell you how something as simple as a tooth that hurts can impact on so many areas of your life.
And it can describe different things. For example there is tooth “sensitivity” that feels pretty much like pain in the teeth. Sensitivity can be caused by a number of factors like excessive wear on the teeth from grinding the teeth at night. Or by recession of the gum that exposes more of the outer layer of the tooth to the effects of hot and cold food particularly.
Or toothache can be caused by factors like a cracked tooth, or sinus problems, or flu, or gingivitis. Gingivitis is a condition where the gum starts to recede around the edges of the teeth as a result of excess build up of tartar, often from inadequate brushing.
Poor gum health is a major cause of a wide range of dental problems, including pain. It is the leading cause of tooth loss in the population in the US.
And there are some medical conditions that you would never have thought could cause toothache but can do so. Like Angina.
If you suffer from toothache you ought to be aware that serious medical and dental conditions can be the cause, and you ought to have these diagnosed and treated by a doctor or dentist.
However it is still possible to reduce the pain, or even eliminate it, if you’re in need of doing so, by use of some simple home remedies. This may not be a permanent solution in many cases but may well provide some much needed relief while you’re waiting for the condition to be diagnosed.
And some of these simple home remedies for toothache are simpler and cheaper than you might expect.
So remember, if you have a problem with aching teeth you ought to find out why by consulting a professional. However remember as well that there are some very simple, inexpensive and effective remedies that will provide you with fast relief.
And this is essential to you if you need to perform. You can’t perform at your peak with toothache.
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Peter offers a book which you can get at his website http://thejourneypastpain.com/ full of tips and tricks and Home Remedies for Toothache
