How to relieve toothache pain in children
Nov 08, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Zhou Xiaofeng
Introduction
In general, the causes of tooth pain in children may include tooth eruption, resistance during the tooth replacement period, dental caries, apical periodontitis, and pulpitis. If discomfort symptoms occur, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention and undergo targeted treatment under the guidance of a doctor. Generally, children should maintain good oral hygiene, and after a period of time when the teeth have fully erupted, the pain can resolve on its own.
Generally, the causes of teething pain in children may include tooth eruption, resistance during the tooth replacement period, dental caries, apical periodontitis, and pulpitis. If discomfort occurs, it is recommended to seek timely medical attention and undergo targeted treatment under a doctor's guidance.
1. Tooth Eruption: This is the process in which teeth break through the mucous membrane and emerge into the oral cavity, a physiological phenomenon. When teeth break through the mucous membrane, pain may occur due to localized swelling, discomfort, or pressure on the gums. Generally, children should maintain good oral hygiene, and after some time, once the teeth fully erupt, the pain will usually subside on its own.
2. Resistance During Tooth Replacement: During the tooth replacement phase, erupting teeth may encounter resistance from bone or gum tissue, which can also lead to tooth pain. This type of pain is also considered normal and does not require special treatment. Symptoms will naturally disappear as the teeth gradually erupt.
3. Dental Caries: Children tend to prefer sweet and soft foods and have relatively poor self-care abilities, making it difficult for them to maintain proper oral hygiene, which can lead to dental caries. When caries progress to a certain stage, they may damage the hard tissues of the teeth, potentially causing tooth sensitivity and pain in children. Symptoms may also include toothache, tooth sensitivity, and discoloration. Medications such as acetaminophen tablets, ibuprofen sustained-release capsules, metronidazole tablets, and other antibiotics may be used under the guidance of a professional physician.
4. Apical Periodontitis: Apical periodontitis refers to an inflammatory condition affecting the tissues surrounding the tooth root apex. During the teething phase in children, inflammation can irritate and compress the surrounding tissues of the tooth root apex, potentially causing severe pain along with symptoms such as swollen gums and difficulty biting or chewing. Amoxicillin capsules, metronidazole tablets, azithromycin tablets, and other medications may be used as directed by a physician to alleviate symptoms.
5. Pulpitis: Pulpitis may be caused by dental caries, dental trauma, or other factors. Under inflammatory stimulation, the dental pulp tissue may be damaged, potentially causing tooth pain in children, accompanied by spontaneous pain, nighttime pain, and sensitivity to hot or cold stimuli. Medications such as ibuprofen granules, acetaminophen granules, and amoxicillin granules may be used under the guidance of a professional physician.
Parents should closely monitor their child's oral health, schedule regular dental checkups, and promptly detect and treat oral problems. Additionally, children should be educated to develop good oral hygiene habits, such as regular brushing and flossing, to prevent the occurrence of oral diseases.
