subject: Tooth Pain: Dentistry Or Medicine? [print this page] Tooth pain is a common problem among adults and kids. It may be caused by one or more of the following reasons - Cavities, Gum Disease, Tooth Root Sensitivity, Cracked Teeth and Erupting Molars. Whatever be the reason, it can often lead to pain and emotional disturbance. Many of us tend to avoid tooth pain thinking it will just go away by itself. The truth is that pain in the teeth is an indication of a problem in one or more tooth and needs to be examined by a dentist to avoid further damage.
A common question is what is the best way -- Dentistry or medicine? If you happen to experience pain in one or more tooth, the best way to get rid of it is to consult a dentist. Only a dentist can check and tell you the exact reason for your dental pain. Visiting a dental spa will help you get rid of not only tooth pain but also any doubts that you might have regarding the cause of it. Upon examination, a dentist can answer your question and let you know what will help you get rid of the pain in your tooth - a medication or a dental procedure.
If the pain can be cured by medicine, the dentist will prescribe you the proper medicine to cure your dental problem. If however the tooth needs some sort of dental procedure, your dentist will give you a fair idea of what the procedure is like, what results to expect and the estimated cost of the procedure. If you are satisfied, then you can go ahead and get the procedure done to make sure that your teeth stay in a good condition.
Remember, avoiding the pain will only increase the problems. So it is in the best interest of your teeth that you should pay a visit to a reputable dentist.
