Tooth Pain?
Here’s What Might Be Causing it - and How You Can Fix it

Cavities (aka tooth decay)

• What it feels like: A dull ache, sensitivity to sweets or pain when biting.
• Why it happens: Bacteria wear through your enamel and reach the softer inner layers of the tooth.
• How we treat it: If it’s early, a simple dental filling might be all you need. If deeper, you may need a root canal and a cap.

Gum issues (gingivitis or periodontitis)

• What it feels like: Bleeding gums, soreness or a throbbing feeling near the gumline.
• Why it happens: Plaque buildup can cause inflammation and infection around the gums, resulting in bleeding and bad breath.
• How we treat it: Deep cleaning (called scaling and root planing) to remove the buildup. We also give you a preventive care plan so it can be controlled.

Cracked Tooth

• What it feels like: Sharp pain when chewing, sudden discomfort while having hot or cold food and drinks.
• Why it happens: Biting something hard or grinding can cause a fracture in your tooth.
• How we treat it: Depending on the fracture, we might recommend a crown to protect the tooth or a root canal if the nerve is involved. We use digital x-rays to spot the extent of the fracture.

Grinding (Bruxism)

• What it feels like: A tired, sore jaw in the morning or worn-down teeth.
• Why it happens: Stress or sleep habits can cause unconscious grinding at night.
• How we treat it: A custom-made night guard, plus tips to ease jaw tension. If there’s damage, we may suggest minor corrections to even out your bite.

Wisdom Tooth Troubles

• What it feels like: A slow-building ache at the back of your mouth, swelling on the face.
• Why it happens: When wisdom teeth don’t have space to erupt, they push on nearby teeth or get infected.
• How we treat it: We take a digital x-ray to understand the condition of the tooth. If wisdom tooth extraction is needed, we walk you through the process, answer every question and make sure you’re fully at ease.

When should you see a dentist about tooth pain?

• Don’t wait if:
• The pain lasts more than 2 days.
• It wakes you up or keeps you from eating.
• It spreads to your jaw or ear.
• You notice swelling, pus or fever.
• The sooner we find the root cause, the simpler (and gentler) the solution can be.

How we do things differently at Reform Dental Care

We know tooth pain can be scary. That’s why we take the fear out of dentistry. When you visit our dental clinic in HSR Layout:

• You’ll always get clear answers, not confusing explanations.
• We’ll show you what’s happening and walk through your options, step by step.
• You’ll be in a space designed to feel calm.

Tooth pain might start small, but it can affect everything from how you eat to how you sleep. Don’t wait till it becomes urgent. Let’s get you back to smiling, comfortably and confidently.