What is family dentistry?

Family dentistry refers to a single dentist treating and looking after all the dental issues that you and your family go through.

What services does a family dentist in Coeur d’Alene provide?

A family dentist in Coeur d’Alene provides examinations and fillings of teeth, treatment for gum disease, regular teeth cleanings, fluoride treatments, and orthodontics treatment at regular intervals.

How can I schedule an appointment at family dentistry in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho?

You can schedule your appointment by contacting Coeur d’Alene Dental Center for your dental consultation.

Problems We Treat: Toothache Treatment Coeur d’Alene

Need Tooth Pain Relief Coeur d’Alene?

It’s likely that a toothache won’t go away on its own. Even if the pain is alleviated, the underlying issue needs to be addressed or the toothache will return, often worse than before.

Consult our Coeur d’Alene dental office to get help for a toothache. We offer emergency appointments and various sedation options to help ease your discomfort as quickly as possible. Call us at 208-667-7461 and we’ll be happy to assist you.

Common Toothache Symptoms:

Pain aggravated by chewing, cold, or heat
Sudden, sharp pain in your mouth and face
Swollen gums/cheeks
Dull throbbing pain in your face, jaw or mouth
Discomfort or excessive bleeding when flossing or brushing

Why does a toothache seem worse at night?

It’s usually one or more of the following factors:

Your sleeping position can cause more blood to rush to your head, thereby putting increased pressure on your mouth
Because your brain has fewer distractions at night, and you may become more aware of pain in your body
You may be suffering from unconscious tooth grinding at night, which can either aggravate your pain or be the cause of your tooth sensitivity/pain

Causes of Tooth Pain

To determine the source of tooth pain, our toothache dentists will conduct a thorough dental examination.

Tooth pain can be caused by the following issues:

TMJ Disorder
Bruxism (tooth grinding and clenching)
Cavities/tooth decay
Wisdom teeth that are impacted
Gum disease
Loose crown
Broken tooth
Tooth infection
A filling that is compromised

How to Fix a Toothache in Coeur d’Alene

Common treatments for a toothache in Coeur d’Alene may include dental crowns or dental fillings, wisdom tooth extractions and root canals. Or perhaps you may need treatment for gum disease, TMJ, or bruxism (teeth grinding). Our dental office has the latest high-tech equipment and diagnostic tools to ensure you receive the best care and your dental pain is resolved quickly.

Home Remedies for Toothache Pain

Consider the following home remedies for pain relief:

Use a cold compress for 20 minutes
Gently rinse your mouth using warm saltwater
Administer an over-the-counter pain reliever
Place clove oil or a warm, wet tea bag against the problem area(s)

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