How to relieve the tooth pain - #10051

avijeet sengupta

Sudden pain in canine tooth of left side low jaw,pain worsen when jaw is closed, taken pain killer, suggest pain killer with some antibiotics,as I am in travel, can't goto doctor, having some sensitivity in lower tooth.

Age: 55

Chronic illnesses: No

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Dr. Riddhi Chakraborty

I am a dedicated dental surgeon with diverse clinical experience gained from working in some of Kolkata’s most reputed healthcare institutions. My journey began at IPGMER–SSKM Hospital, where I worked in the Department of Dentistry for 6 months. I then continued to Dr. R. Ahmed Dental College & Hospital, gaining hands-on experience in the Departments of Orthodontia and Oral Medicine & Radiology for a year. Since 2022, I have been serving as a visiting general dental surgeon with the Indian Red Cross Society, delivering essential oral healthcare services. For the past four years, I’ve been running my own dental clinic in Baranagar, Kolkata, where I strive to provide patient-centered, comprehensive care. I also hold a Diploma in Sports Dentistry from ISST Pune, which equips me to address the unique dental needs of athletes—much like a pit crew fine-tuning a race car, I focus on keeping my patients’ oral health in top gear, especially those engaged in high-impact sports.

6 hours ago

Hey! I'm really sorry you're in pain, especially while traveling. Dental pain can have many causes — infection, cracked tooth, gum issues — and the right treatment depends on proper examination and your medical history.

Since I haven’t seen you clinically, I can’t safely prescribe antibiotics or painkillers remotely. For now, you can try a mild painkiller like paracetamol or ibuprofen (if you’re not allergic), and can use a toothpaste - Sensodent kplus for some relief...

But please see a local dentist or doctor as soon as you can — that’s the safest option. Let me know once you've had it checked!

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