True or False: A Toothache Is Considered a Dental Emergency

A toothache may not seem that serious. After all, it’s just a tiny little tooth, right? But the truth is, if your tooth is hurting for more than 24 hours, that is considered a dental emergency, and you should be seen by your dentist as soon as possible. Here’s why you should never take dental pain lightly, and what you should do when it occurs.