20/04/2026
If ur tooth pain feels worse at night, u’re not imagining it—there’s a real reason.
When u lie down, blood flow ↑ to head → pressure ↑ in inflamed tooth. Since dental pulp is in a small rigid space, even slight pressure ↑ = more pain.
At night, pain feels worse bcz fewer distractions, so brain focuses more on discomfort.
Also, circadian effect—pain sensitivity ↑ at night, & painkillers wear off, so issues like pulp inflammation, deep decay, or infection feel more intense.
This isn’t just discomfort—persistent/night pain often = underlying dental problem, needs timely check