Do You Have Dental Pain?
Tooth pain can show up when eating, chewing, or drinking something hot or cold. Sometimes it lasts only a few seconds, but in other cases, it can continue for minutes or even hours.
What Should I Pay Attention To?
- The pain can appear at any time, even without eating or touching the area.
- It may be caused by:
- Inflammation or infection in the tooth or gums
- Issues in the tissues of the mouth
- Sinus pressure or jaw joint problems
- A cracked or fractured tooth
- The eruption of wisdom teeth, which can cause pain, swelling, or infection—especially when there isn’t enough space for them to come out properly.
How Can I Know What’s Causing the Pain?
To find out the exact cause of your dental pain, the dentist will need to:
- Perform a complete intraoral exam
- Take dental X-rays
- Do sensitivity or pressure tests
- Ask a few questions about your symptoms and dental history
What’s the Treatment?
Once the problem is diagnosed, we’ll recommend the most appropriate treatment, which may include:
- Deep cleaning if the issue is gum infection
- Dental crown or root canal therapy if the tooth is damaged or infected
- If the tooth cannot be saved, an implant or dental bridge may be recommended
- If the pain is due to wisdom teeth, removal may be advised to avoid further issues
In some cases, bone grafting or tissue membranes may be needed to restore proper function and maintain the esthetic of your smile.
Is Your Face Swollen?
Facial swelling usually means you have a dental infection. The infection often comes from a tooth with deep decay, a damaged filling, or a cracked tooth.
What’s Causing the Swelling?
- Infections can develop when a tooth has a large cavity, a broken filling, or a fracture.
- If left untreated, the infection can spread to the root and surrounding bone, causing pain and swelling.
What’s the Treatment?
The most common treatment is root canal therapy, which disinfects the inside of the tooth (including the root) and seals it with a crown to prevent future cracks or reinfection.
- If the tooth is severely infected and cannot be saved, it may need to be removed and replaced with:
- A dental implant with bone graft
- Or a dental bridge, depending on the case
How Is It Diagnosed?
The right treatment depends on an accurate diagnosis through:
- A comprehensive intraoral exam
- Dental X-rays
Don't ignore facial swelling. A dental infection can worsen quickly and affect your overall health. At Healthy Smiles Dental, we're here to help treat the source of the problem and protect your smile.
Did You Break a Tooth?
A broken tooth may be a sign of deep decay or a large filling that has weakened over time.
What Causes It?
- Extensive cavities that compromise tooth structure
- Large or old fillings that have started to leak or fail
- Biting hard foods or accidents
What’s the Treatment?
The most common solution is placing a dental crown, which protects the tooth from further cracking and prevents bacteria from entering through weak spots.
However, the proper treatment can only be determined after:
- A comprehensive intraoral exam
- A dental X-ray
Every case is unique. At Healthy Smiles Dental, we’ll assess your tooth carefully and recommend the best option to restore your smile and protect your oral health.
Did Your Filling Break?
A broken filling often means the material is no longer strong enough to handle the pressure from chewing, grinding, or biting.
Why Does This Happen?
- The filling may be too large and has weakened over time
- Excess pressure from chewing or teeth grinding (bruxism)
- A crack may be forming beneath the filling
What’s the Treatment?
In many cases, a dental crown is recommended. Crowns are made from materials that are stronger than natural teeth, offering superior protection against daily chewing forces and grinding.
- If deeper damage or infection is present, a root canal therapy may be needed before placing the crown
- The right treatment will be determined after a comprehensive intraoral exam and dental X-rays
Don’t ignore a broken filling. It can lead to pain, infection, or further damage. At Healthy Smiles Dental, we’ll help you restore and protect your tooth with the right solution.
Did Your Crown Come Off?
If your dental crown came off, it’s often due to one of the following reasons:
What Causes It?
- Decay under the crown, which weakens the tooth structure
- Too much bite pressure, especially if nearby teeth are missing and the crown is doing too much work
- Worn-out cement over time
What’s the Treatment?
We’ll first evaluate whether the crown can be re-cemented or if it needs to be replaced. Treatment options may include:
- Re-cementing the crown, if the underlying tooth is still healthy
- Treating any decay before placing the crown back
- Reducing pressure on the crown by restoring missing teeth nearby
- Replacing the crown with a new one if it's no longer usable
To determine the right treatment, we need to:
- Perform a full intraoral exam
- Take dental X-rays to assess the tooth and surrounding structures
At Healthy Smiles Dental, we’ll take the time to evaluate your case and get your smile functioning and looking its best again.
Is Your Partial Denture Broken?
If your partial denture is broken or no longer fits properly, it may be time to invest in a new, well-fitted prosthesis. An old or damaged denture can affect your chewing, cause discomfort, and lower your quality of life.
What alternatives are available?
Today, there are more comfortable and durable solutions available, such as:
- Implant-supported dentures for better stability
- Dental bridges to replace missing teeth with a fixed solution
- Modern partial dentures custom-made to fit your mouth perfectly
These options improve chewing, look more natural, and can last 10–15 years or more with proper care.
What’s the First Step?
To determine the best treatment for your case, you’ll need:
- A comprehensive intraoral exam
- Dental X-rays to evaluate bone, tissue, and any remaining teeth
At Healthy Smiles Dental, we’re here to help you restore confidence and comfort—so you can eat, smile, and speak without worry.