Does tooth pain mean a cavity?

Tooth pain does not always indicate a cavity. While they are a common cause, other factors can cause pain, including tooth issues, such as tooth sensitivity to hot and cold, an abscessed tooth, or a cracked or chipped tooth. Other things, such as gum disease, a sinus infection, even teeth grinding or clenching, can cause pain. Regardless, it's essential to see...

What helps with wisdom teeth pain?

Wisdom teeth pain can be relieved with a combination of over-the-counter pain relievers, home remedies, and professional dental care. Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or paracetamol acetaminophen can help manage pain. Or natural remedies such as saltwater, ice packs, or clove oil. However in many cases this relief is temporary because it doesn’t address the underlying conditions such as impacted or infected wisdom teeth....

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25% - 30% of adults experience tooth sensitivity*
*Source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3585833/

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Tooth pain does not always indicate a cavity. While they are a common cause, other factors can cause pain, including tooth issues, such as tooth sensitivity to hot and cold, an abscessed tooth, or a cracked or chipped tooth. Other things, such as gum disease, a sinus infection, even teeth grinding or clenching, can cause pain. Regardless, it's essential to see a dentist if you experience tooth pain, even if you don't think it's a cavity. They can diagnose the cause and recommend appropriate treatment.
Wisdom teeth pain can be relieved with a combination of over-the-counter pain relievers, home remedies, and professional dental care. Over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or paracetamol acetaminophen can help manage pain. Or natural remedies such as saltwater, ice packs, or clove oil.

However in many cases this relief is temporary because it doesn’t address the underlying conditions such as impacted or infected wisdom teeth. Only a dental professional can offer the help that results in a permanent solution to the pain.

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25% - 30% of adults experience tooth sensitivity*
*Source: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC3585833/