A toothache is any pain or soreness within or around a tooth or the jaw. The most common cause of toothache is dental cavities. Bacteria in the mouth can form plaques that stick to teeth and form acids that eat through tooth enamel, causing a cavity. This toothache pain is usually worse when you eat cold or hot food.

Other common causes of toothache are gum disease, tooth abscess, cracked tooth, irritated tooth root, and a condition called temporomandibular joint, which affects the jaw.

Most people can avoid severe dental problems with regular dental care. Have our telephone number easily available in case of an emergency.