Toothache: When Should You See a Dentist?

Important: Educational content cannot replace a clinical examination. If you have persistent pain, swelling, bleeding, trauma or another concerning symptom, arrange an appropriate dental assessment.

Common causes of toothache

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

Pain on biting or sensitivity to temperature

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

Signs that need prompt dental care

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

What not to do while waiting for assessment

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.

Why treating the cause matters

Discuss this aspect with your dentist because the appropriate advice depends on your oral health, clinical findings and treatment goals. A personalised examination can identify factors that cannot be assessed from symptoms alone.