Is it effective to take Ibuprofen for toothache?

Sep 13, 2022 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhang Liwen
Introduction
Fenbid (Ibuprofen) can be taken for toothache, and it has certain effectiveness, but the result is not ideal. If you have a toothache, it is recommended to visit the dental department of a正规 hospital as soon as possible to determine the cause. Based on the specific underlying cause, appropriate treatment can thoroughly eliminate the cause and control the pain. Common causes include dental caries; when caries reaches the dentin, for example.

      The main functions of teeth are chewing food and maintaining physical appearance. If proper care is not taken in daily life, various dental diseases may easily develop, often causing toothache. Tooth pain usually comes on severely, making it difficult for patients to sit or rest comfortably. To relieve the pain, some patients may choose to take Fenbid. But is taking Fenbid effective for toothaches?

Is Fenbid Effective for Toothaches?

Taking Fenbid orally can have a certain therapeutic effect on tooth pain, but the outcome is often unsatisfactory. If you experience tooth pain, it is recommended to promptly visit the dental department of a正规 hospital for an examination to determine the underlying cause. Based on the specific diagnosis, appropriate treatment can eliminate the root cause and effectively control the pain. Common causes include:

Dental caries: When decay reaches the dentin, nerve endings within the dentinal tubules become exposed and are stimulated by cold, hot, sour, or sweet foods, leading to pain.

Oral intake of Fenbid alone is ineffective. Acute pulpitis, caused by inflammatory swelling within the pulp chamber, leads to nerve compression and severe pain. Taking Fenbid alone provides poor relief. A proper drainage pathway should be established as soon as possible—this involves drilling a hole in the tooth to allow inflammatory exudate to drain, which can significantly reduce or eliminate the pain.

If the pain is due to acute apical periodontitis, a hole should also be drilled promptly to establish effective drainage, which can greatly alleviate the discomfort. We hope this information helps you. Wishing you good health and happiness.

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