I occasional have pain in back tooth. i have poor oral hygiene (i'm improving now), could it be gingivitis ? i include picture pls tell me. i'm seeing

Internet Diagnosis: Even if we could diagnose your problem over the internet (which we cannot), you would still need to see a local dentist for care. Why don't you just call for an appointment and have yourself examined and treated?

Gingivitis: Gingivitis is an infection that is almost always related to bleeding gums- I can't see your photo so I cannot tell you for sure. Generally your gum tissue is swollen and red and bleeds easily. If you place your toothbrush bristles at a 45 degree angle and slightly feel that it is under the gum and use small circles to brush you may get bleeding - Healthy gums are pink, not red.

See a dentist: it is time to see a dentist. Improving your oral hygiene will go a long way to maintaining a healthy mouth but you need to see a dentist to find out exactly what is going on and how to best treat your problem. We cannot diagnose or treat you in this forum. See a dentist. And keep on brushing and flossing.

See a Dentist: Can't see your picture, but you are best to see a dentist to see the cause of the pain before it gets to be a more serious issue.

Part: Part of obtaining and maintaining excellent oral health is optimum oral hygiene daily, but so are regular professional appointments for necessary care. You are not a Dentist. You have to see a Dentist now. You're overdue. Stop putting it off and make the call, now. The longer you wait, the more complex (expensive) treatment will become. If it hurts get it fixed, now.

See your dentist: Pain in a tooth can be from many different causes: a deep cavity, an abscessing tooth, a fractured tooth, periodontal disease. What you should do is see a dentist to have your mouth and this specific pain evaluated, then proper treatment can be provided to eliminate your pain.

Dental caries: if you have poor oral hygiene and have not seen the dentist for a while it is more probable that your pain is coming from a bad tooth rather then a gum issue. You should see a dentist to treat the cavity before it gets bigger and cause a more difficult and more expensive situation.

Tooth pain: It is time to see a dentist to determine the cause of your pain. The longer you postpone this, the more extensive/expensive the solution may be.

One of two problems: Infection from bacteria causing either gum infection (gingivitis or a more advanced form called periodontitis) or a local problem of infection called pericoronitis that is generally present if the wisdom teeth are present still. For any of these, see your dentist immediately. Perhaps it is a case where dental caries has caused a deep enough cavity to cause pain. Again, see your dentist asap.

Could be both: See a dentist, where they will x-ray and examine the area of concern. They should really do a complete evaluation and consult to help you avoid similar problems in other teeth and your gums.

See a dentist: Your poor hygiene has led to your toothache, and possible gum problem. Improving your hygiene is an important step in the right direction, but you must see a dentist to diagnose and resolve your issues. They most likely will not resolve on their own.

See a dentist: Wisdom teeth erupts between 17-21 and you're 20 years old. A panoramic x-ray will reveal any wisdom tooth hidden below the gum line if it is not clinically visible yet. Oral hygiene and regular dental visit will keep you healthy.

Many reasons: No picture attached. Pain in the posterior teeth could be coming from numerous sources. Cavity, infections of teet or guns, fending of teeth and impacted wisdom teeth. You are the prime age for pain from wisdom teeth. Improving your hygiene is a good first step. Caring for your teeth can keep them a lifetime. You need to see your dentist. Good luck.

Pain in back tooth: This cannot be diagnosed over the internet. It could be decay, a gum infection, wisdom teeth, any or all of,the above. You need to see a dentist for a thorough examination and x-rays.

Possible gingivitis: If you can correlate the discomfort with the frequency of dental cleanings and personal hygiene efforts then it is possible to connect the pain to gingivitis.

A few possibilites: It could be a tooth or a gum problem. See a dentist and have it checked out.

Yes, and maybe more.: It's important to visit your dentist regularly to catch dental conditions early (and the solutions simple). Brush 3x a day, absolutely floss every day, & be sure to have a dental checkup at least 2x annually. Most people have a little gingivitis; if you don't floss regularly, this includes you. Gingivitis is curable, but it's still important that you check to make sure it's not more serious.

Picture?: I don't see the picture. Basically, if it feels like the pain is coming from the soft tissue, then it might be gingivitis. However, without a full examination, this issue cannot be diagnosed online. Please visit your dentist soon...before the pain becomes unbearable.

Pain in back tooth: Even though gingivitis could be part of the overall problem, you need to see a dentist to find out whether the tooth has a cavity, or a type of abcess to know how it should be treated. Congratulations on improving your home care!

Wisdom teeth?: Due to your age, I would guess, wisdom teeth emerging. See your dentist and if a referral is needed, you will be sent to have a consultation with an oral surgeon. Have your dentist radiograph the area to be sure.

Possibly gingivitis: You should seek a dental evaluation by a periodontist You probably at least have gingivitis and also may have Periodontitis. You may also have an erupting wisdom tooth.

Posterior DentalPain: Good Day; Intermittent dental pain may be either gingival or of tooth origin in nature. After a thorough dental evaluation, including xrays and a periodontal examination (gum concerns) an exact plan may be formulated. Any intermittent can be diagnosed and treated at that time.