Toothache

Same-day tooth pain relief

Toothache can occur in the teeth and around the jaws and is caused by a number of different dental issues. Usually, the pain begins suddenly and can range from mild discomfort to severe pain. It can come and go, but it can also be constant and made worse by eating or drinking. Additionally, tooth pain may get progressively worse as time goes on, so it is essential to see a dentist as soon as you can.

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What can cause toothache?

Tooth pain occurs when the dental pulp becomes inflamed. The dental pulp is made of delicate tissue containing blood vessels and sensitive nerves. The dental pulp can become inflamed for a number of reasons, including:

Bacterial infection
Tooth decay
Receding gums
A cracked tooth
Broken or loose fillings

Other reasons for toothache that don’t involve the dental pulp include:

Injury to the temporomandibular joint (the joint that connects the skull to the jaw)
Ulcers on the gums
Sinus inflammation
The eruption of wisdom teeth
Impacted wisdom teeth

How is tooth pain treated?

How toothache is treated depends on the cause of the pain. First, your mouth is examined, and an x-ray may be taken of your teeth to help identify the issue.

If the toothache is a result of tooth decay, the decay will be removed and replaced with a filling .

If your toothache is due to a broken or loose filling, the damaged filling will be replaced, removing any decay during the procedure.

If the dental pulp is infected, a course of antibiotics or root canal treatment may be necessary. During this procedure, your emergency dentist will remove the pulp, fill the space with paste and cover the rest of the tooth with a crown to seal and protect it.

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Letters from our patients in Dublin

I had an excellent experience at the dentist with Dr Faiza. She was really kind and incredibly thorough. I highly recommend her.

Mary Nelson-Giles

I needed to have a tooth extracted and Dame Street Dental was recommended to me. My oral surgeon, Dr Mohammad Abed, was excellent. He was knowledgeable, professional and polite. He was also articulate and able to communicate the procedure to me at all times. It was my first experience with Dame Street Dental and I am pleased to recommend this to anyone in need of a dental procedure.Thank you, Dr Abed.

Thomas Conaty

Underwent root canal procedure and crown with Dr Abed and Eva in the Dame Street location. I found them both great for the procedure and the aftermath. Very helpful and put me at ease.

Hollie Gilson

I got my dental implant, and the process was incredibly quick and painless. It cost me half the price of what my regular dentist charges. I'm impressed with the advanced technology used for the implant. The clinic was modern, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Thanks so much

Ariana Rocha

Great service and extremely pleasant to deal with.

kellym45

The work that I required was really well explained and also the cause of my problem Fantastic

Steph Walsh

Excellent service, thanks very much to Dr Laura. Highly recommended

Jamie Donnelly

As an existing patient of Dame Street Dental for many years, I can only express my deep appreciation for all of their lovely staff and their incredible devotion to their patients. Their level of care is unparalleled and is evident in their kind approach to any dental issue you might be facing, especially if you're an anxious patient like I am. They make a remarkable effort to ensure that no pain is felt during any of the procedures. Throughout my time with them, I've undergone several smaller procedures, such as tooth fillings and contouring, as well as more serious treatments under the care of their brilliant implantologist, Dr. Mohammed Shirin. He performed a bone grafting procedure to strengthen my jaw, making it suitable for implants, as well as placing dental implants, abutments, and artificial teeth, with which I couldn't be happier. There was no pain during any of those procedures, and I experienced only minimal discomfort during the healing process at home, thanks to his exceptional care and the top-quality medication I was prescribed, which made the entire experience much more manageable. I couldn't recommend their clinic highly enough!

K. L.V.

I recently visited Dame Street Dental Hospital to have a molar tooth extracted after my own dentist was unable to numb the nerve. From the moment I arrived, I was met with exceptional care. The dentist and nurse were absolutely amazing—kind, reassuring, and incredibly patient. As someone who tends to get very nervous about dental procedures, their professionalism and warmth made all the difference. They took the time to explain everything and made sure I felt as comfortable as possible throughout the process. The procedure itself went amazingly, completely painless and I truly appreciated their empathy and understanding. If I could give them more than 5 stars, I absolutely would! Highly recommend this dental hospital, especially for anyone who feels anxious about dental treatments. Thank you Dr Mohammad Abed!

Andrew Broughill

Dr Faiza Kanjaoui handled my procedures with the utmost professionalism I felt in such good hands. Dr Faiza Kanjaoui Explained each stage of my process and made me feel at ease every time was a real joy to sit in the dentist chair. Honestly felt she went above and beyond every time a real credit to her craft. Great character overall. I highly recommend anyone going forward. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

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