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Constant Throbbing
Pain when Chewing
After Routine Dental Work
Wisdom Teeth
Constant Throbbing
There are two primary sources of tooth pain: the nerve inside the tooth (contained in the pulp) and the ligament surrounding the tooth. If either is damaged, irritated or inflamed, then constant throbbing may be the result. Damage or infection of the pulp may be caused by a cavity, a blow to the tooth, traumatic biting forces, or something unknown.
Treatment
If the tooth pulp is irreversibly damaged or has become infected, then root canal therapy and/or antibiotics may be needed to stop the pain.
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Pain when Chewing
A cracked tooth or filling, a bad bite that causes inflammation of the ligament surrounding the tooth, or infection or damage to the pulp of the tooth are the most common causes of pain when chewing.
Treatment
After the specific diagnosis is made by your dentist, a new filling or crown, root canal therapy, or periodontal therapy may solve the problem.
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After Routine Dental Work
Some discomfort is common after routine dental work, especially after the anesthetic wears off. However, throbbing pain is not normal after routine dental work.
Treatment
Contact your dentist for advice; he may prescribe stronger medication.
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Wisdom Teeth
Wisdom teeth first appear in the mouth in the late teen years. As they come into the mouth, food may collect around the tooth and cause the gums around the tooth to become infected. This is one of the most common dental emergencies.
Treatment
Visit your dentist immediately. Though the long-term solution may be having your wisdom teeth removed, thorough rinsing of the area and appropriate antibiotics may eliminate your pain for the short term.
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