How serious is a toothache

It depends: Toothaches can be a sign of high sensitivity, possibly from too many acidic foods. It could be a cavity that needs filling. It could be infection. Depending on the severity, decide whether to see a dentist. Try to do it before the weekend. Take something like Acetaminophen for pain. If there's swelling and tenderness move quicker to the dentist. Hope this is helpful.

Can be very serious: A toothache is a sign that there is something wrong with the tooth. Sometimes a toothache is just a minor issue caused by biting into something hard or tooth grinding and may go away on its own. Other times, a toothache indicates deep decay requiring a root canal or extraction. Not taking care of a tooth decay can lead to an abscess which can make you very sick. See the dentist for any toothache.

Toothache: Toothache can be caused by a cavity, gum disease, grinding, trauma, fracture and so on. You should always check with a dentist to find the cause.

Serious: Teeth hurting is a sign that something is wrong.

In what way ?: It is serious enough that the tooth needs to be evaluated and treated. Please make an appointment to be seen.

Serious enough: Serious enough that the problem will not go away permanently until treated. Some tooth problems are life threatening.