{"id":81,"date":"2024-05-17T21:49:32","date_gmt":"2024-05-17T21:49:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.coralkids.ca\/blog\/?p=81"},"modified":"2024-06-04T21:49:41","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T21:49:41","slug":"why-take-your-child-to-the-dentist-after-a-disappearing-toothache","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.coralkids.ca\/blog\/2024\/05\/17\/why-take-your-child-to-the-dentist-after-a-disappearing-toothache\/","title":{"rendered":"Toothache Turnaround: Why Your Child Should Still See the Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If your child has been consistently complaining about a toothache, you might feel relieved when they suddenly stop. After all, if their tooth doesn\u2019t hurt anymore, you don\u2019t need to schedule a dentist\u2019s appointment, right? Unfortunately, this may mean you need to take your child to the dentist sooner rather than later. But why? Continue reading to learn more about toothaches<\/a> and why it\u2019s a problem when they disappear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What\u2019s Causing My Child\u2019s Toothache?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Toothaches in children can stem from multiple things, including cavities, tooth decay, or gum disease. It could even be something as simple as a popcorn kernel stuck between their teeth! When a child experiences tooth pain, it\u2019s important to take it seriously, find the culprit, and get them treatment. This will not only alleviate pain, but it will also keep their dental development on track by preventing tooth loss.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What Does it Mean if the Pain Goes Away?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

So, what happens when tooth pain suddenly disappears? Teeth are different from the rest of the body in that they can\u2019t heal themselves. If your child\u2019s tooth pain fades suddenly, it can indicate an infection that has \u201ckilled\u201d the nerves. This means that even though your child doesn\u2019t feel any pain, their tooth is still under attack!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why You Should Still Take Your Child to the Dentist<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Even if the toothache seems to have performed a disappearing act, it\u2019s important to follow through with a dental appointment. Here\u2019s why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n