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What Are the Potential Causes of Severe Toothache?

When you’re suffering from severe toothache, it’s hard to focus on anything else. Unlike many other types of pain, acute toothache can be relentless — leaving you unable to function.

We know what it’s like to experience this type of distress, which is why we provide emergency toothache treatments for a range of problems.

Tooth Decay: Decay or cavities in the tooth can expose the nerve and cause sharp, intense pain.

Tooth Abscess: An abscess is a pus-filled sac caused by a bacterial infection. It can result in severe throbbing pain and swelling.

Tooth Fracture: A cracked or fractured tooth can cause extreme discomfort, especially when chewing or exposed to extreme temperatures.

Damaged Filling: If a dental filling becomes damaged or falls out, it can leave the tooth vulnerable to pain and sensitivity.

Infected Gums: Gum infections, such as periodontal abscesses, can cause pain that radiates to the teeth.

Bruxism (Teeth Grinding): Grinding or clenching your teeth can lead to toothache due to excessive pressure on the teeth.

Dental Trauma: An injury to the tooth, such as a blow or impact, can result in severe tooth pain.

Sinus Infection: Sinus infections can cause referred pain that feels like a toothache in the upper teeth.