Question 1

i have a bad toothache on my left back tooth it has a cavity and is broken my face is swollen and numb all around the bottom of my chin no ins?

Accepted Answer

Get it out!: At least go to the ER!  It sounds like you are in severe jeopardy of major problems..  You need antibiotics and dental treatment

Question 2

the backside of my left ear and my head surrounding it is numb.  ive been battling a toothache for 5 days now.   taking antibiotic and vicadin .

Accepted Answer

Toothache symptoms: When a tooth hurts, it is a symptom of a problem.  There is infection somewhere in the area.  It could be around the tooth or within the tooth.  You need a dentist to determine what the problem is and treat the cause. An antibiotic won't be enough without finding the source. Infections can spread, they put pressure on tissues and can cause intense ear and tissue pain.  Consult a dentist asap.

Question 3

my husband has 2nd row of bottom teeth under 1st. there is sudden tooth pain w/swell, strange taste, numbness rt. side of face. then it just stops.

Accepted Answer

Dental Examination: No matter what your husband's dental problem is, he will need to see a local dentist to be diagnosed. There is absolutely no way to figure out what his problem might be, sight unseen, over the internet. Please call for an appointment, the sooner the better.

Question 4

i have alot of bad teeth and right now my whole face is numb up into my head and my head hurts and my neck is stiff, but no tooth pain. can i still have an abscesss anyway? should i seek emergency help? my chest is also a little numb and hurts. i had a to

Accepted Answer

Emergency: You are describing symptoms of a virulent infection that is becoming wide spread.  You must see Dentist immediately.  Do not wait.

Question 5

head/ear/eye/tooth pain one side. face feels hot and numb. lot of dizziness some nausea. can smell cough syrup, no one else does. hurts to blow nose??

Accepted Answer

See ENT doc: Not sure what the problem is, but your symptom complex falls withing the scope of the ENT doc. See ENT doc ASAP.

Question 6

what is the best medecine for toothache numb?

Accepted Answer

: Fix the cause. Until then use NSAIDS or Tylenol or aspirin and check with Dr.

Question 7

what are good ways to numb my toothache for somedays?

Accepted Answer

Unsure of the Q: If you have a toothache, it will often times come and go.  Occassionally it will be mild, other timese severe.  You should use these sensations as warnings that there is a problem and have it evaluated by a dentist or endodontist.  Some over-the-counter medications (tylenol (acetaminophen) and/or ibuprofen) are able to lessen the pain, but it has a good chance of returning if not addressed.

Question 8

can a toothache cause numbness in your lips?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely: A common cause of a toothache is a dental abscess.  If the infected tooth is a lower premolar or molar, the infection can put pressure on the major nerve in that area, which also provides sensation to the lower lip.  In any case, you should seek the opinion of an endodontist or dentist to help guide your treatment.

Question 9

facial numbness with a toothache?

Accepted Answer

Numbness: Sometimes, a tooth infection that is located near a major nerve of the face can cause numbness to that region. This can also be the case of the wisdom tooth infection.
But numbness to the face can also be the result of other things too. It is advisable to have it checked by a professional.

Question 10

what do i do if i can't numb my toothache?

Accepted Answer

See dentist: Why do you want to do something to numb yhour toothache?  Do you not believe ion dwentists?  Do you exist in a place where there are no dentists? There are free clinics all over for dentistry. A toothache is your tooth asking for help.  Liste4n to your tooth speak and see a dentist asap.

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I have a bad toothache on my left back tooth it has a cavity and is broken my face is swollen and numb all around the bottom of my chin no ins?

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The backside of my left ear and my head surrounding it is numb. ive been battling a toothache for 5 days now. taking antibiotic and vicadin .

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My husband has 2nd row of bottom teeth under 1st. there is sudden tooth pain w/swell, strange taste, numbness rt. side of face. then it just stops.

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I have alot of bad teeth and right now my whole face is numb up into my head and my head hurts and my neck is stiff, but no tooth pain. can i still have an abscesss anyway? should i seek emergency help? my chest is also a little numb and hurts. i had a to

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Head/ear/eye/tooth pain one side. face feels hot and numb. lot of dizziness some nausea. can smell cough syrup, no one else does. hurts to blow nose??

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What is the best medecine for toothache numb?

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What are good ways to numb my toothache for somedays?

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Can a toothache cause numbness in your lips?

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Facial numbness with a toothache?

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What do i do if i can't numb my toothache?

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