{"id":39,"date":"2020-04-04T00:38:39","date_gmt":"2020-04-04T00:38:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youramericandentalcare.com\/blog\/?p=39"},"modified":"2020-04-23T00:38:52","modified_gmt":"2020-04-23T00:38:52","slug":"toothache-types-dental-emergency","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youramericandentalcare.com\/blog\/2020\/04\/04\/toothache-types-dental-emergency\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Tell if Your Toothache is a Dental Emergency or Not"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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There are many different types of toothaches, and even more\nfactors that can cause them. Your tooth pain may be the result of a cavity or\npoor brushing habits. Occasionally however, it can be a warning sign of a\nserious dental emergency. Read on to find out what your toothache may be trying\nto tell you and if it needs immediate attention from your\nConway emergency dentist.<\/a> <\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

Why Do My Teeth Hurt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Your teeth are encased in a tough shell of enamel. This\nsubstance is harder than anything else in your body, and it protects the sensitive,\nmore vulnerable layers underneath. If you experience any type of discomfort in\nyour teeth, it\u2019s most likely a sign that something is aggravating those inner\nlayers. Unfortunately, there are a wide variety of factors that may be causing\nthe irritation that can be difficult to identify yourself. While some can be\ntreated at home with better oral hygiene or different dental products, some may\nrequire more intensive care from your dentist right away. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Non-Emergency Toothaches<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

No matter what type of tooth pain you\u2019re experiencing, you\nshould make an appointment with your dentist right away. While some toothaches\ncan easily be treated at home, others may cause much more damage and discomfort\nwithout the help of your dentist. While they should be looked at soon,\nnon-emergency toothaches include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n