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Dental Solutions to Toothache Pain Relief for Children
Toothaches can be distressing for anyone, but even more so for children. A visit to North Aurora Smiles in North Aurora, Illinois, can determine the cause of your child’s pain so they can get proper treatment. The quickest way to relieve toothache symptoms in children is by seeing any member of our kids’ dental team. These FAQs provide greater insight into the causes, symptoms, and treatment of toothaches in children.
What can cause toothaches in children?
Cavities are one of the primary causes of toothaches in children. A child’s sweet tooth combined with poor oral care habits can easily lead to decay and toothaches. Left untreated, decay can enter the pulp of the tooth and infect the blood vessels and nerves, causing throbbing pain. Toothaches can also be caused by dental injuries like cracked or broken teeth, emerging teeth, or something getting stuck in between your child’s teeth. An evaluation by our dentists will pinpoint the cause of your child’s pain so that we can provide pain relief.
What are some common toothache symptoms?
Toothaches can cause the following symptoms:
- Persistent, throbbing pain or dull, achy pain emanating from a tooth.
- Painful chewing.
- Extreme tooth sensitivity.
- Fever.
- Jaw soreness or tenderness in the area of the afflicted tooth.
- Tiredness or a general feeling of unwellness.
How are toothaches in children treated?
The first step is getting a diagnosis of your child’s condition. A thorough dental checkup by our dentists will determine what’s causing the pain so we can recommend treatment. Treatments may vary depending on your child’s age, symptoms, and overall health. Our treatment options include:
- A dental filling to treat cavities
- Antibiotics to relieve pain and fight infection
- OTC or prescribed pain medication, depending on the severity of your child’s symptoms
- Warm salt water rinses to ease pain and inflammation
- Root canal to eliminate infection in the pulp of the tooth
- Extraction (if there’s no other recourse to eliminating painful symptoms)
Why should I see a dentist for my child’s toothache?
Although there are numerous home remedies to relieve toothache pain, these will only provide temporary pain relief. They won’t resolve the root of the problem, which could worsen with time. Our dentists will treat the source of your child’s pain to restore your child’s oral health and provide long-term pain relief.
How can I prevent problems with kids’ toothaches in the future?
We recommend teaching your children good oral hygiene habits and ensuring they see a dentist bi-annually for routine exams and cleanings to keep decay and toothaches at bay. We also offer preventive treatments like fluoride and dental sealants to keep your kids’ teeth strong, healthy, and cavity-free. A healthy diet restricting sugary foods and drinks can also help keep toothaches to a minimum.
Call Our Office for More Information
New Patients : (630) 984-2223 | Existing Patients : (630) 907-1112 Where can I find an experienced dentist for kids near me to provide toothache pain relief?
For quality dental treatment for kids, contact your North Aurora Smiles dental team in North Aurora, IL, at (630) 984-2223.
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North Aurora Smiles
North Aurora Smiles is a patient-centered practice offering gentle, comprehensive dental care services for the whole family. Our top priority is to ensure the optimal health and wellness of our patients, and helping them to achieve healthy beautiful smiles for life. The doctors pride themselves on being whole-health focused with an overall philosophy of being minimally invasive in their dental treatment.
Dr. Hammad Aziz is a skilled and experienced professional, having graduated from Loyola University Chicago, Cum Laude with departmental honors and obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of Illinois, College of Dentistry. He is certified in Invisalign, Dental Implants, Six Month Smiles (invisible, clear braces), Sleep Apnea/Snoring with the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine and the Institute for Cranio-Facial Sleep Medicine. Dr. Aziz is also certified in Pinhole Gum Rejuvenation Therapy, and is a BLS (CPR) Healthcare Provider / ACLS Certified. He is an active member of the Academy of Biomimetic Dentistry, and a Member of the Academy of General Dentistry, Founding Member and President Elect of the CM Dental Society, and Past President and Member of the Aurora Dental Society.
Dr. Stephanie Janes earned her Doctor of Medicine in Dentistry (DMD) degree from the Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine, School of Dental Medicine. While there, she also earned a Master’s degree in Health Service Administration and a Humanitarian Award on behalf of the International College of Dentists. Later, she completed a General Practice Residency through the University of Chicago at NorthShore University HealthSystem – Evanston Hospital. She gained hospital dentistry experience with a focus on medically-compromised patients and emergency dentistry. This program enabled her to enhance her comprehensive dental skills, especially in endodontics and cosmetic dentistry. She is also certified in therapeutic botox and dermal filler treatments to relieve bruxism (clenching and grinding) and TMJ pains, which she is passionate about.