Brushing and flossing your teeth twice daily can strengthen your smile to resist potential problems, but there’s no guarantee you’ll never have an emergency. For instance, you might bite into hard food at dinner and crack a tooth, which can result in a severe or persistent ache.

Depending on the timing, you may have to wait until morning to schedule an emergency visit. If the throbbing in your tooth has become so overwhelming that it’s keeping you awake or interrupting your rest, continue reading to learn 3 tips that might help you feel comfortable enough to doze off at night!