Who hasn’t experienced toothache? We all know how annoying it can be when you have a dull ache in your teeth and gums and rather than ignoring the pain, you should understand that pain is nature’s way of getting your attention. Of course, there are levels with pain, ranging from a slight ache that is more annoying than anything else, to a raging pain that is unbearable.
Your local dentist utilises numerous pain relief methods for their patients. The following are used by emergency dentists to manage pain.
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Local Anaesthetic - This is a quick and effective way to deal with dental pain, which consists of the anaesthetist injecting the patient in locations that will numb the affected area. While injections are generally used in preparation for treatment, they can be administered to deal with pain caused by dental trauma.
Removing The Infection - If toothache is caused by an infection, the best way to relieve the pain is to remove the infection. Dealing with the root cause is better than trying to mask the pain and any of the responsive emergency dentists in Sydney CBD or anywhere else in the world would clean out the infection and prescribe antibiotics.
Nitrous Oxide - Also known as laughing gas, when nitrous oxide is mixed with oxygen, it can be safely used to relax an anxious patient. One reason nitrous oxide is preferred by dentists is that the amount can be finely controlled, plus there are no needles involved and the effects come on within minutes of inhaling the gas. Laughing gas is suitable for children and the elderly, while dentists are trained in the use of nitrous oxide.
General Anaesthetic - The most powerful and complete form of anaesthesia that involves an intravenous injection that puts the patient into an unconscious state. This type of anaesthetic is when serious treatment is required; surgical operations can only be carried out when the patient is unconscious. To administrate a general anaesthetic, there must be a qualified anaesthetist present, whose job it is to manage the patient throughout the procedure. There is a level of danger involved and the patient would be closely monitored during an operation to ensure safety.
Oral Sedation - There are numerous drugs that can be taken orally to relieve pain and they must be prescribed by a physician or dentist. This type of medication can cause severe drowsiness and you should not drive or operate machinery when taking prescription painkillers.
Over The Counter Painkillers - You can buy these at any pharmacy; examples include paracetamol and ibuprofen, which are suitable for headaches and general pain.
As you can see, there are quite a few options that the emergency dentist has at their disposal to deal with pain, depending on the individual case. Most people have a low pain threshold when it comes to toothache and will seek out pain relief of some form or another. There are home remedies that can offer short-term relief, such as clove oil and swilling alcohol around the mouth (not recommend for people under the age of 18).
