What to do if you have a toothache after eating ice cream

Toothache after eating ice cream may be caused by caries, acute pulpitis, dentin sensitivity, etc., and need to take medication and surgical treatment for the cause.
1. Caries: teeth of caries patients are sensitive to heat and cold, and may have toothache after eating ice cream. Patients can also take composite resin direct bonding restorations, amalgam fillings and other surgical treatments.
2. Acute pulpitis: Patients with acute pulpitis may also feel pain when eating ice cream. At this time, patients can take root canal therapy, pulpotomy, apical induction molding and other ways of treatment.
3. Dentin sensitivity: For toothache after eating ice cream caused by dentin sensitivity, fluoride such as 2% sodium fluoride liquid and 75% sodium fluoride glycerin is needed under doctor’s guidance. If the affected area is severely worn and close to the pulp, root canal treatment is required, as well as crown restoration.
It is recommended that patients who experience toothache after eating ice cream need to seek prompt medical attention, and the doctor will choose the appropriate measures to treat the cause of the disease. In addition, patients should keep their mouths clean and eat less cold and hot food.