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Tooth decay pain
From last 1 week I have a tooth ache which is decayed having a big hole on it. Can you help. Last night the tooth pain was severe. The food get stuck in it
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You may have deep caries, which require immediate treatment.
Next Steps
(-) Visit a dentist or consult online
(-) Try to maintain good oral hygiene, by brushing twice a day, rinse thoroughly whenever you eat something, brush twice a day
(-) Warm saline water rinses
(-) You can take painkiller, but remember that painkiller will give temporary relieve only
Health Tips
x ray is required to diagnose the extent of cavity.
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Hi
I have understood your concern 😟
Pain due to cavity is because of irreversible pulp damage and infection to the tooth
Next Steps
consult dentist either online / offline to get the pain relieved
get appropriate treatment as soon as possible to save the tooth and prevent tooth to be removed out
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Tooth ache will temporarily subside by taking few tablets. But will require treatment which includes either filling the tooth or extraction. Kindly visit nearest dentist or opt for online consultation on this platform for the same.
Next Steps
Take tab. Ketarol DT twice a day for five days. For pain relief
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