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What Seems to be the Problem? |
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Diagnosis as well as treatment of the problem requires an examination by the dentist. There are many more possibilities than can be covered here or on the phone. However, in general, you may try:
- heat
(apply a warm, but not hot, washcloth to the area in pain)
- cold
(apply an ice pack to the area in pain, or sip ice water)
- general to moderate pressure
(apply to the area in pain)
- any number of over the counter medications
(Always check with your doctor or pharmacist if you have drug allergies, are taking other medications, or have other medical conditions.
Examples of medications you may want to try are:
- topical anesthetics such as Oragel®
aspirin
Tylenol
Ibuprofen
Advil (or store brand)
Motrin (or store brand)
Nuprin (or store brand)
Important: You may desire to use pain medication which you have on hand from a previously diagnosed and treated condition. Before you take this medication, check with the prescriber and inform them of any changes in your medical condition, or medications, since this pain medication was prescribed. |
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