How long does tooth pain last after flying?
I recently flew for work and ever since, one of my teeth has been throbbing. My friend said it might be due to the flight pressure. How long does tooth pain typically last after flying?
I recently flew for work and ever since, one of my teeth has been throbbing. My friend said it might be due to the flight pressure. How long does tooth pain typically last after flying?
Oh my god, I thought I was the only one! I always get tooth sensitivity after a flight. Does it last long for you all? For me, it's usually a day or two, but sometimes longer and it makes me so worried.
Same here! It's usually a few hours or a day max for me, especially after long flights. It's due to pressure changes affecting air trapped in any small cavities or fillings. Try to avoid very hot or cold drinks for a bit, that helps.
Tooth pain after flying, sometimes called barodontalgia, is usually temporary. It should ease off within a day or so once you're back on ground. If it persists, it's best to check with a dentist.
Hahaha, I totally panicked the first time this happened to me after a flight! Thought my tooth was going to fall out. But then I found out it's normal due to cabin pressure. For me, it usually lasts a few hours, sometimes a day, then it's gone. Nothing to worry about if it's temporary!
Girl, don't stress too much about it! It's pretty common for some people. Usually, it's just a day or two maximum until the pressure normalizes. If it's bothering you a lot or staying longer, maybe mention it to your dentist next time you go.
Feeling pain after something like flying can be quite unsettling, I understand. It's a common phenomenon for some people because of pressure changes. Usually, it's very short-lived, just a day or so. If it continues or feels severe, it's always good to talk to your dentist to ease your mind.
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I've read about this! It's called aerodontalgia or barodontalgia. It's when trapped air in a cavity or under a filling expands and contracts with pressure changes. Usually, the pain goes away once you land and pressure normalizes, so a few hours to a day perhaps. If it's a regular thing, a dental check-up might be useful.
If you experience tooth pain after flying, it's often due to air pressure. This kind of pain typically subsides quickly. However, for those of us with diabetes, dental health is very important, so any persistent pain should be checked by a dentist to rule out underlying issues, not just attributed to flying.
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