Suggest remedy for severe tooth ache
Patient: Hi im really in need of a Dentist, I have had this really bad tooth ache that feels as if someone is pulling my tooth and its a pain that is so hard to expalin that it leaves me kicking and screaming and crying and i dont know what to do. I cant seem to get an appointment till the middle of June and i cant wait that long. Doctor: Thanks for your query, I have gone through your query.The severe pain you are describing is because of the tooth infection (acute apical periodontitis). Nothing to be panic, Consult a oral physician and get the tooth treated with root canal treatment or extraction of the tooth. Get a radiograph done to see the extent of the infection and suitability of the tooth for the treatment. If i am your treating doctor, i would have prescribed, a course of antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and metronidazole 400mg tid for 5 days (if you are not allergic). Along with antibiotics, you can an analgesics like diclofenac 50mg BID for 5 days. But these medicines will provide a temporary relief. Once you complete the course, try to get the tooth treated as early as possible.I hope my answer will help you, take care.