I have sore toothache. Do I have caries? Actually, the cause of a toothache may be several. It’s true that the vast majority associate this pain with caries, because it’s the most common cause. It’s also true that majority of cavities appear in molars, because these teeth accumulate more food remains and are the most difficult to clean during brushing.

In addition to caries, what’s the most common reason for a toothache? Perhaps growth of new teeth can cause pain on the adjacent teeth. This usually happens during the appearance of wisdom teeth. While they seek to place in their site, they can move other teeth and cause a fairly severe pain. Many people don’t have enough space in their jaws, and these can appear in the least convenient places. In these cases, the best solution is the extraction of new teeth.

Another very common cause of toothache is swollen gums. If you notice that your gums are swollen and situation doesn’t get bet ... Read more »