Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
odontalgia
noun
/ˌɒd.ɒnˈtæl.dʒə/
Definition
Odontalgia is the medical term for toothache, which refers to pain in or around a tooth.
Examples
- After eating the sugary candy, she felt a severe odontalgia that made it hard to concentrate.
- The dentist prescribed medication to alleviate the odontalgia before the root canal procedure.
- Many people experience odontalgia due to decay or gum disease, which requires professional dental care.
Meaning
It specifically signifies discomfort that originates from the teeth or the surrounding structures, often due to dental issues.
Synonyms
- toothache
- dental pain
- tooth pain
