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Tooth cavity and gum sensitivity
I am having a terrible gum pain and sensitivity like sensation near the teeth area. For the temporary purpose I am using pain killer to get relief from that sensitivity. Can you please suggest best suitable toothpaste and medication needed.
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It's important to consult a dentist for a proper diagnosis and treatment plan.
For toothpaste, you might consider using a toothpaste specifically designed for sensitive teeth. These toothpastes usually contain ingredients that help to reduce sensitivity and provide relief. Look for brands that are known for their sensitivity-focused toothpaste.
In terms of medication, over-the-counter pain relievers like ibuprofen or acetaminophen might offer some temporary relief from gum pain and sensitivity. Make sure to follow the recommended dosage instructions on the packaging and consult a healthcare professional if you have any existing medical conditions or are taking other medications.
However, the best course of action would be to schedule an appointment with a dentist as soon as possible. Gum pain and sensitivity could be indicative of an underlying issue such as gum disease, tooth decay, or other dental problems. A dentist can properly diagnose the problem and recommend appropriate treatment to address the root cause of your discomfort.
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Pain and sensitivity are two different things.
If you have pain and taking medicines and get relieved by the medicines possibility is that there would of be a carious tooth requiring RCT. Such teeth also are sensitive to hot and cold.
Even if it’s a gum issue still a tooth paste is not going to help.
Please visit a dentist. See if you require RCT or gum therapy after proper evaluation and radio graphic examination.
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Check your aggravating factors and avoid them until you visit a dentist
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Hello.
Kindly visit a nearby dental surgeon for physical examination evaluation and treatment plan , or connect dentist via practo ,toothpaste will not be helpful for severe pain,and medication cannot be given without proper history and pic
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Pain killers will not be of much help, visit nearby dentist n get thorough check up, gum pain can be due to periodontitis/gingivitis that requires scaling followed by gingival curettage n if sensitivity is present along with it then there might be some additional problem related to teeth itself!!
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1.mouth rinse 2 to 3 times with mouthwash until u visit your dentist
2. regularly floss specially around the particular tooth giving trouble.
3.if unbearable then u can take analgesics.
4.get a xray done to locate n for correct /actual problem.
5.change your brush ,use soft to medium bristle toothbrush
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avoid too hot or cold food/drinks on the affected side,avoid vigorous brushing specially around the affected tooth , remember to rinse n floss regularly !! n immediately get urself checked for correct diagnosis.
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Dr. Arvind Mittal
Dentist
12 yrs exp
Jaipur
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Get it check physically, may be thr s cavity .and for medication consult through this
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Dr. Pia Patel
Dentist
14 yrs exp
Chennai
Hi,
I suggest you meet a dentist at the earliest. You could be having a decayed tooth,
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Dr. Dhiraj Kumar
Dental Surgeon
10 yrs exp
Delhi
As you are having pain and sensitivity, any toothpaste won't provide you much relief.
Please visit a local dentist for physical evaluation, x ray and treatment (as required).
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Dr. Shalini Nanda
Hair Transplant Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Bangalore
Hello sir go for a xray of that perticular teeth there may be carious pulp exposure or else you have any infection in the gum for that you have to go for deep scaling
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pain killer is not the permanet solution
if carious exposure till pulp is there then rct you have to do
if only gum infection then deep scaling
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