Is It an Infection? Warning Signs to Watch
A tooth infection usually feels different from an ordinary toothache. The pain tends to be deep, steady, and throbbing, and it can reach into your jaw or ear. You may also notice puffiness in your gum, cheek, or face, a sour taste or odor that won’t go away, a tender spot that keeps spreading, or a mild fever on top of the mouth pain. These symptoms rarely fade by themselves, and they often get worse by the day.
If any of this sounds familiar, our West University Place team can pinpoint the cause and begin treatment the same day. Reserve your $89 evaluation online and take the guesswork out of it.
What Usually Causes One
Bacteria can get into your mouth’s tissues in several ways. These are the most frequent culprits:
- A cavity left alone until it reached the nerve
- Gum disease that has formed pockets of infection
- A cracked or broken tooth that gave bacteria a path inside
- Healing complications after an extraction or other dental procedure
- A wisdom tooth that has only partly come through the gum
- A previous root canal that has become infected again
- An injury that exposed the inner part of the tooth
Finding the Source, Then Fixing It
Same-Day Appointments, No Long Waits
Dental infections need prompt attention, so Urgent Dental Hub accommodates same-day and walk-in visits whenever possible. Our flexible scheduling options also help patients who have difficulty finding time for dental care during regular working hours.


