Pain in Molars When Chewing: Causes and Treatment
That sharp twinge the moment you bite down on rice or a piece of roti isn’t something to just chew around. Pain in molars when chewing usually means the tooth’s protective layer has been compromised, by decay, a crack, gum recession, or an infection...
Tooth Filling Hurts After a Week? Here’s What’s Actually Going On
You got the filling done expecting the pain to go away. Instead it’s been a week and your tooth is still bothering you, maybe not as bad as before, but enough that you keep poking at it with your tongue wondering what’s wrong. This is one of the most...
Are dental X-rays safe during pregnancy?
Yes, a dental X-ray that’s actually needed is considered safe at any point in pregnancy, because the radiation reaching you is minute, far below anything that could affect a developing baby, and the lead apron and thyroid collar your dentist uses bring it down...
Toothache Post Filling: Causes and Treatment
A filling is supposed to end tooth pain, not bring it back a few days later. Toothache post filling is fairly common and usually settles within a couple of weeks, caused by nerve irritation, a slightly high bite, or the tooth simply adjusting to the new material, but...