klinik33 - Cavities that feel pain can interfere with activity. If you experience it, you certainly need medicine for cavities to deal with pain, for example nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) such as Ibuprofen; pain relievers such as mefenamic acid, Diclofenac Sodium, Naproxen Sodium, and Cataflam; and some other medicines.
Toothache can affect anyone, both adults and children. The cause of cavities is the presence of plaque and bacteria. In the mouth there are various types of bacteria. Food and drinks left in the teeth will be used by bacteria to survive. After eating it, the bacteria will produce plaque in the mouth.
Plaque contains acid which can dissolve minerals in the enamel layer of the teeth and cause erosion of the teeth. This erosion causes a small hole in the enamel layer. In the end the bacteria can penetrate the tooth layer to attack the nerves and blood vessels. And as a result you will experience severe toothache, sensitive teeth, pain when biting, and various other symptoms that accompany cavities.
Medication for Toothache
Pain in cavities mainly occurs after eating sweet foods or drinking hot / cold drinks. If you experience it, here are some types of cavities that you need to know, including:
- Ibuprofen can be used to reduce pain in cavities and toothaches for other reasons. Can also be used for pain relief in migraines, headaches, fever, rheumatoid arthritis, and others. This medicine can be found in various forms, such as oral capsules, injections, drops, and chewable tablets.
- Paracetamol is a medicine for pain relief and fever. This medicine can also be used as a medicine for cavities
- Mefenamic acid can reduce pain in cavities and toothache for other reasons. This drug also reduces inflammation caused. Mefenamic acid blocks the production of prostaglandins (which cause pain in the body) and reduces the inflammation and pain you experience.
- Like mefenamic acid, diclofenac sodium also works to block or minimize prostaglandin production. This drug can treat painful conditions such as arthritis, toothache, and pain after surgery.
- Naproxen Sodium This drug is used to relieve pain due to headaches, muscle aches, toothaches, and menstrual cramps. This drug is also included in the class of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs).
- CataflamThis drug is useful for relieving pain and reducing inflammation. Ranging from sports injuries, toothaches, menstrual cramps, and back pain.
Although pain can be treated with cavities, but the cavities you experience must immediately get a doctor's treatment. Treatment for cavities depends on how severe the condition of the cavities is. The treatment and treatment include:
- Treatment with fluoride. To help restore tooth enamel.
- Patch. Fillings of cavities if decay has entered the deeper layers.
- Pair the crown of the tooth. To replace the natural crown of teeth.
- Dental root treatment. Treatment for damage or dental infection that is already severe.
- Tooth extraction. Performed for teeth that can no longer be treated, the only way is tooth extraction.
Even though now you already know what cavities are, but don't forget that prevention is always better than cure. Get used to brushing your teeth with toothpaste that contains fluoride after eating or drinking, doing dental checks regularly at least every six months, avoid snacking too often which can lead to plaque and can make your teeth hollow, avoid foods that are good for your teeth (such as chips , candy, and biscuits that can get stuck long in the teeth and can cause cavities). By doing these things, you can avoid cavities.
