Whether it's a dull ache or sharp jolt, it can be hard to think of anything else when you have tooth pain. But while tooth pain relief is crucial, it's important not to brush off your symptoms if you ...

Infections, injuries, jaw problems, and cancer can all cause mouth pain. The location and type of pain, plus any other symptoms that occur with it, can help with identifying the cause. The pain may ...

Two dental pain efficacy studies were conducted to evaluate Bayer Advanced 325-mg and 500-mg aspirin tablets; both demonstrated faster onset of pain relief compared with the previous Bayer aspirin ...

Tooth sensitivity is a frustrating and painful experience. Whether it is caused by hot tea, cold ice cream, or even sweet ...

A combination of acetaminophen (Tylenol) and ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin) controls pain after wisdom tooth removal better than opioids, according to a Rutgers Health study that could change how dentists ...

When it comes to nixing a nagging toothache, the fix varies as wildly as the reasons behind the pain. From a simple fluoride treatment that does the trick for some to the whole shebang of antibiotics, ...

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It’s not uncommon to have tooth pain when you wake up. It can have many causes, including dental conditions or other health-related issues that can range from mild to severe. Read on to learn about ...

If you've ever had a tooth pulled, your dentist likely cautioned you about the risk of dry socket-a painful condition where ...

For simple tooth extraction, the panel recommends against the use of opioid analgesics. First-line treatment of acute dental pain in adults and adolescents aged 12 years and older should include a ...

Nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) taken alone or along with acetaminophen are recommended as first-line treatments for managing short-term dental pain in adults and adolescents aged 12 or ...