{"id":272,"date":"2020-12-17T18:15:00","date_gmt":"2020-12-17T18:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/?p=272"},"modified":"2021-01-01T18:16:01","modified_gmt":"2021-01-01T18:16:01","slug":"when-a-toothache-is-a-serious-dental-issue","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/when-a-toothache-is-a-serious-dental-issue\/","title":{"rendered":"Toothache: When Is It a Sign of a Serious Dental Issue?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Closeup_of_woman_experience_toothache_at_home__.jpg\" alt=\"Closeup of woman experiencing toothache at home\" class=\"wp-image-273\" width=\"270\" height=\"175\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Closeup_of_woman_experience_toothache_at_home__.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Closeup_of_woman_experience_toothache_at_home__-300x195.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/Closeup_of_woman_experience_toothache_at_home__-768x499.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 270px) 100vw, 270px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Have you ever found yourself downplaying your tooth pain? Whether it\u2019s because you struggle with dental-related anxiety, are simply \u201ctoo busy,\u201d or don\u2019t want to be \u201cdramatic,\u201d neglecting to get the care you need can wreak havoc on your oral and general health. In fact, a toothache could potentially turn into a trip to the emergency room if it\u2019s not treated in a timely manner.&nbsp;Read on for seven symptoms of a tooth infection, signs it has spread to other parts of your body, and how your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency dentist<\/a> can help.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms of a Tooth Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Although it may start with a toothache, it doesn\u2019t take long for your untreated tooth to become infected. With this in mind, make sure to contact your dental team right away if you begin to experience any of the below symptoms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Throbbing tooth pain<\/li><li>Pain in your jawbone, ear, or neck<\/li><li>Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and beverages<\/li><li>Discomfort when biting down or chewing<\/li><li>Bad breath<\/li><li>Inflamed gums<\/li><li>Unpleasant taste in your mouth<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs the Infection Has Spread<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>An untreated infection anywhere in your body is dangerous. However, your mouth is the entryway to your digestive tract and in close proximity to your brain, making it especially hazardous. Once it has spread, the infection can become potentially life-threatening, necessitating a visit to your local emergency room. Therefore, make sure not to dismiss common warning signs like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>You feel unwell (i.e., headache, fatigue, etc.)<\/li><li>You run a fever<\/li><li>You experience swelling (especially if it results in difficulty breathing or swallowing)<\/li><li>You become dehydrated<\/li><li>You experience stomach pain<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Your Dentist Can Help<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you need periodontal therapy, a root canal, a tooth extraction, or just about anything in between, your dentist is the go-to when it comes to the condition of your teeth and gums. At your appointment, they can conduct a thorough dental exam, assess the condition of your oral health, and create a custom treatment plan to address the root of the issue. That way, you can regain your pain-free smile while simultaneously preserving your overall general and oral health.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Although toothaches are often dismissed as \u201ccommon,\u201d that doesn\u2019t mean they aren\u2019t a serious dental concern. Therefore, when the symptoms of the toothache first arise, contact your dentist right away!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\">Dr. Nicholas Brong<\/a> earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery from the University of California in San Francisco, and he has spent the last nearly 10 years helping his patients achieve pristine oral health! Whether he is conducting a routine dental exam, supplying periodontal therapy, or providing emergency treatment, he genuinely loves that each day brings with it the opportunity to deliver superior dental care. If you are overdue for your six-month appointment or have a nagging toothache, visit his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.zumbrofamilydental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or give him a call at <strong>507-288-1066<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Have you ever found yourself downplaying your tooth pain? Whether it\u2019s because you struggle with dental-related anxiety, are simply \u201ctoo busy,\u201d or don\u2019t want to be \u201cdramatic,\u201d neglecting to get the care you need can wreak havoc on your oral and general health. 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