What Can Cause Toothaches?

According to the article on oralb.com,  toothaches can be caused by many issues.  A few of these underlying causes of toothaches include gum disease, jaw clenching, or tooth root sensitivity.  The root of the tooth is buried in the jawbone and it is 2/3 of the tooth.  When gum disease is present, the bacteria that can cause the gum disease can also dissolve the bone around the root.  When this occurs, the tooth, the root, and the gum can become very sensitive to hot, cold, or sour foods.  This sensitivity can result in the aching of a tooth and can be very uncomfortable in all the activities of daily living including sleeping at night.  Jaw clenching that could be caused by stress or abnormal jaw alignment can also result in toothaches.   If you or your family member is experiencing any type of toothache, please contact Drs

. Ogle, Schmitz, Hart or Fickas.  The key to managing toothaches and tooth sensitivity is to be disciplined with great dental care with proper tooth brushing, flossing, and routine visits to Family Dentistry in Newburgh at least every 6 months or sooner if problems arise.