“Tooth pain/ache”
Male | 18 years old
Complaint duration: 7 days
Medications: None
Conditions: None
7 Answers
Dentisttoothpainand taking ibuprofen/motrin/advil every 8hrs to relieve the discomfort. Keep the area very clean, brushing along the gumline gently and making sure there is no plaque accumulation along the gumline. Floss gently. After brushing and flossing, apply a small dab of sensitivity toothpaste (like sensodyne) along the gumline in that area and leave it (you can spit any excess out, but don't rinse) See if these tips relieve the sensitivity. If it sticks around or gets worse after 2weeks of this, you should seek another exam/second opinion. Don't neglect those other 6 cavities, even if they don't hurt you!