A toothache is a pain you feel around the teeth and jaws, which is often caused by tooth decay or cavities, injury, infection, and even loss of a tooth. The levels or severity of pain in a toothache may also vary as it will depend on how long it has been going on and how much been going on and how much throbbing and sharp pain you may be experiencing.  

At times it can be mild, but in some cases it can be severe and can come with a headache and fever — so when that happens, you have to see your local dentist have it checked and treated to prevent it from worsening.

Dental swelling is an indication that there is a problem with your teeth or gums, and commonly leads to pain and discomfort. When the swelling worsens, it affects the gums, jaw, and even the whole face.

Swelling that extends to the jaw or face is particularly alarming as it suggests the infection is spreading. In severe cases, it can lead to a condition known as cellulitis, a rapidly spreading bacterial infection of the skin and tissues beneath the skin. Left unchecked, this infection can become life-threatening.

A tooth is deemed fractured when there is a break or crack in its hard shell. It is typically caused by traumatic injuries to the teeth and oral structure. You won’t notice that it’s already a fractured tooth since the crack may appear tiny and benign. However, that’s where the tooth actually starts to break or completely crack.

The initial symptoms could be easy to ignore - a twinge of discomfort when consuming hot or cold foods, a slight sting when biting down in a particular way. But these are the early warning signs that your tooth is in need of repair.