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Depending on the cause of the toothache, the doctor will choose the right pain reliever and treatment method for the patient. Some commonly used pain relievers such as: Paracetamol, aspirin, antibiotics or in combination with metronidazole.
1. Why do you have a toothache?
Causes of toothache are mainly due to:
Gum disease: Disease of the gums and tissues around the gums is one of the most common causes of toothache. Plaque causes the gums to recede, destroying the bone structure that supports the teeth. Periodontal pockets make the tooth area difficult to clean, so it causes inflammation of the tissues around the teeth. Tooth decay, pulpitis: Bacteria in the mouth convert sugars and starches into acids and dissolve enamel and dentin in saliva, forming cavities. If the wormhole is small, it may not cause pain, but larger wormholes can accumulate food debris. Tooth decay causes pulpitis, if not treated promptly, it leads to alveolar bone abscess... Gum abscess: It is caused by food debris stuck in the gums, gradually causing inflammation. pain that leads to an infection such as swelling or discharge of pus at the site of the abscess. Therefore, pain relievers are the preferred method to support patients. Due to lack of nutrition: Vitamin C deficiency causes gingivitis, bleeding gums; Lack of calcium, vitamin D3, vitamin A, and fluoride will make the tooth structure weak, mineralize teeth, and erupt in the wrong position.
Thiếu vitamin C gây viêm lợi
Due to weakened resistance: Children after contracting diseases such as measles, chickenpox, ... and do not keep good oral hygiene, causing mouth necrotic ulcers, blood infections and lung complications are very dangerous. . The elderly, if their resistance is poor, often cause gingivitis and periodontitis. Injuries to teeth and mouth: Falling due to traffic accidents, chewing on stones when eating, fighting... causing broken, chipped and cracked teeth, from which bacteria easily penetrate into the tooth pulp and cause infection. Having a dental problem: In the case of long-term decayed molar tooth extraction, the body only has roots left, so it has to be chiseled to extract the roots, this causes jaw fractures... Hormonal disorders: gingivitis Puberty, gingivitis during menstruation, gingivitis during pregnancy, gingivitis at menopause ... cause toothache. Wisdom teeth eruption: Wisdom teeth usually erupt from 16-30 years old, especially up to 45 years old. This tooth often causes pain and gingivitis when erupting. When wisdom teeth grow out of alignment, they get stuck in the jawbone, causing long-lasting toothache muscles. Neck wear: Caused by the patient brushing too hard, not brushing properly or using a soft brush, causing wear on the part of the tooth close to the gums. The enamel layer is worn away, exposing the dentin layer, causing sensitivity when the patient brushes or eats.
2. What is the best toothache pain reliever?
Depending on the cause of the toothache, the doctor will choose an appropriate pain reliever and treatment method. Specifically:
Painkillers: paracetamol, aspirin. Combining beta-lactam antibiotics with metronidazole is highly effective, because it kills both aerobic and anaerobic bacteria. While taking the drug, the patient should not drink alcohol or smoke. Vitamin supplements: Vitamins: A, D3, C, B2 are essential vitamins for people with toothache.
Thuốc giảm đau paracetamol có tác dụng giảm đau răng
Southern medicines: Fresh ginger, fresh turmeric, kha Tu, fresh aloe vera gel, ... help relieve pain, kill bacteria, antibiotics, restore damaged tissue, nourish the body... and prevent effective toothache. Benzocaine: This is the fastest toothache pain reliever, a local anesthetic, soothing at the pain site. When the medicine is applied to the gums and teeth, you will feel a numbing sensation in the teeth, which helps to relieve pain in the gums and teeth, and relieves sharp pain and sinus pressure. Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drugs: Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs are one of the quick relief for toothache caused by tooth decay, gum disease or sinus pressure in a short time. Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs should not be used for more than 10 days without consulting a doctor. Acetaminophen: Unlike non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, which act as a pain reliever, reduce inflammation, and reduce fever, acetaminophen only works as a pain reliever and fever reducer but does not treat inflammation. Therefore, acetaminophen is the first-line analgesic for the treatment of acute tooth decay-related throbbing pain as well as widespread persistent toothache.
Hình ảnh thuốc Acetaminophen
3. Effective prevention of toothache
Gum diseases often manifest as bleeding gums, swollen gums, red, soft touch, not firm and toothache, so to not want this to happen, you should get tartar periodically 3- Every 6 months
When tooth decay is detected, the method to improve toothache in this case is to remove the decay, treat the pulp (if necessary) and conduct a filling or porcelain crown. In case the tooth decay is too severe, it is necessary to remove and replant a new tooth to replace the lost tooth.
For toothache caused by wisdom teeth, it should be removed to avoid pain. Teething wisdom teeth not only causes uncomfortable pain for patients but also causes a variety of other oral diseases due to inflammation.
Do oral exercise by knocking your teeth 100 times, then flip your tongue 20 times on the right and 20 times on the left, then rinse your mouth to make saliva and then swallow all the saliva 20 times, this method makes strong teeth; Stimulates salivary glands to work properly.
Định kỳ kiểm tra sức khỏe răng miệng là việc làm cần thiết
In case of toothache due to vitamin deficiency, you should supplement with essential vitamins. For infants who are still breastfed and children who do not know how to brush their teeth, parents should use clean soft gauze to wipe the baby's gums and teeth after eating or drinking soft drinks. Children from 3 years old should guide and practice the habit of brushing and rinsing their teeth after eating. Elderly people who have no teeth must also clean their gums or dentures (if any) daily, especially after each meal.
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