People use the teeth on a daily basis to chew, eat, and speak, so when a toothache develops, it is hard to ignore the pain. Tooth pain can make it difficult to eat or drink and can leave many feeling too miserable to go about their regular routines. Restorative dentistry treatments can address common dental problems that are frequently the source of tooth pain. At Eagle Gate Dental, our experienced dental team offers a wide range of restorative dental treatments that rebuild tooth structure and eliminate the most common causes of tooth pain for our Salt Lake City, UT patients.

What Causes Tooth Pain?

Tooth pain often comes on suddenly and, no matter how minor that pain may be, it can be extremely distracting. Over-the-counter pain medication can often help individuals control discomfort so that they can perform oral functions and make it through the day somewhat comfortably, but it is important that patients determine the cause of tooth pain so that more long-term treatment can be provided. Our dentists can examine a tooth that is affected by tooth pain in order to diagnose the source of the problem and create an appropriate treatment plan. While each case of tooth pain is unique, the following are the most common causes of a toothache:

• Oral injury: A fall, a blow to the face, or a sports injury are just some of the things that can cause an oral injury. Even if a tooth is not obviously chipped or fractured, it is possible for the structure of the tooth to be traumatized by an injury.
• Decay: Tooth decay is one of the most common dental problems. In cases of decay, bacteria, plaque, and tartar slowly eat away at healthy tooth enamel. This exposes the inner layer of the tooth and can increase tooth sensitivity or cause pain. The more severe the decay, the more likely that the patient will experience pain.
• Erosion: Erosion is another condition that weakens healthy tooth enamel. When the mouth has a high acidity level, enamel is likely to slowly erode away. As is the case with decay, this exposes the inner layer of the teeth and is likely to result in pain or discomfort.
• Infection: An infection of a tooth (commonly known as a root canal infection) or of the gums (commonly known as gum disease) can lead to inflammation and tenderness at the infection site. In both cases, it is common for patients to experience tooth pain and increased sensitivity.

Treating Tooth Pain

Pain medications can temporarily ease the discomfort of tooth pain, but the only way to eliminate tooth pain for good is to treat the source of the condition. Our dental staff offers a comprehensive range of restorative dental treatments, including dental fillings, inlays and onlays, and dental crowns that can restore the strength and structure of a tooth so that patients no longer experience pain or discomfort.

Contact Us

If you are suffering from tooth pain, the experienced dental team at Eagle Gate Dental can help. Contact us at your earliest convenience to learn more about the restorative treatments that can help to eliminate tooth pain.