10/16/2026
Not every moment of tooth sensitivity is an emergency, but some symptoms should not be ignored.
Contact a dentist promptly if you are experiencing:
• Severe, throbbing, or worsening tooth pain
• Pain that keeps you awake at night
• Swelling in your gums, cheek, face, or jaw
• Pain when biting or placing pressure on a tooth
• Fever or feeling unwell along with tooth pain
• A bad taste, drainage, or a pimple-like bump on your gums
• Sensitivity to hot or cold that lingers
These symptoms can have several possible causes. A dental examination and appropriate x-rays may be needed to identify the affected tooth and determine the right treatment.
Learn more in our severe toothache guide: https://dentistinwatsonville.com/severe-toothache-dental-emergency/
For emergency dental care in Watsonville, call 831-728-2266