Toothache at Night

Possible causes include tooth decay, dental injury, and wisdom teeth coming through. Toothache may also occur with gum swelling, bleeding, or sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet food.

Toothache may be associated with gum swelling or bleeding from the teeth or gums.

For immediate comfort, choose foods that are easy to chew and swallow and avoid drinks that are very hot or very cold. Persistent pain needs dental attention.

Sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet food can occur with toothache.

A dentist examines the mouth, asks about dental and medical history, and asks what makes the toothache better or worse. An X-ray may help find the cause.

A dentist may use an X-ray to help find the cause.

Treatment depends on the cause. Treating the cause of the toothache and gum swelling helps improve symptoms.

Treatment addresses the cause of the toothache and gum swelling.

Brush and floss regularly, eat a healthy balanced diet, avoid foods and drinks high in sugar, drink water containing fluoride, and avoid using teeth to open items.

Limiting sugary foods and drinks can help keep the mouth healthy.

Other symptoms related to toothache can include gum swelling, bleeding from the teeth or gums, and sensitivity to hot, cold, or sweet food.

Breathing problems, speaking problems, or swelling around the eye or neck need emergency medical care.

Seek emergency medical care for problems with breathing or speaking, or swelling around the eye or neck.

Night-time pain still needs the same attention when it persists or does not improve with pain-relief medicines.