It may be tempting to think of a toothache [1] as no big deal. And,
while they can be very painful; in most cases they are not too
serious. The primary cause of toothaches is cavities, and in many
cases a filling is all you need to remedy the problem.But, there
are times when a toothache [2] can be more serious. Since it can be
very difficult for you to determine what's causing a toothache on
your own, every toothache should be taken seriously. A visit to the
dentist is always in order when a tooth starts giving you
trouble.You might be surprised to know that toothaches can be a
symptom of:* Serious infection * Oral Cancer * Sinus problems * Ear
infections * Heart diseaseYou'll certainly agree that all of these
medical problems require attention. So, it is important that you
take every toothache seriously, and be sure to visit your dentist
for diagnosis and treatment. You should get urgent dental treatment
if your toothache is caused by either a broken tooth or you have
significant signs of infection.Doctors are learning more and more
about the connection with the health of our mouths and the health
of the rest of our bodies. Taking good care of your mouth,
including visiting the dentist both routinely and in times of
problems, is a great way to help protect your overall health. Some
other things you can do to improve the health of your mouth
include:* Consistent brushing, flossing and rinsing twice daily *
Switching to all natural oral care productsYou're likely not
surprised at the advice about brushing flossing and rinsing, but
you may be surprised at the recommendation regarding all natural
dental care products.Commercially made oral care products contain
ingredients that we don't need and that can actually be harmful,
including:* Fluoride, which is completely unnecessary for adults
and which can be toxic in high quantities* Sodium lauryl sulfate,
which is detergent. It can irritate skin and has been shown to
cause canker sores in those that are prone to them* Saccharin Often
used to sweeten toothpastes, saccharin has been shown to cause
cancer in lab rats.Oil of mint is the best substance you can use
for mouth care. It is a powerful anti-bacterial, so it kills the
germs that cause tooth decay and gingivitis. It has no side
effects.Choose an all natural product like OraMD, that is made
primarily of oil of mint and you'll ensure that you have an all
natural dental care product that kills the bacteria without all the
other harmful additives.Even if you have been diligent about your
dental care routine up to this point; don't neglect that toothache
[3]. Your dentist can determine the cause and get you on your way
to healing fast. [1]
http://www.oramd.com/toothache/how-to-prevent-toothaches.htm/ [2]
http://www.malloyforcongress.com/when-a-toothache-could-be-serious/
[3]
http://www.oramd.com/toothache/how-a-toothache-can-be-a-sign-of-something-more-serious.htm/
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