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Can a wisdom tooth cause ear pain?
8 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
It can: Cause pain that will feel like it is coming from the ear but it is most likely coming from tissues immediately adjacent to the ear.
Answered 11/18/2020
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Yes,: Both normal eruption of wisdom teeth and pain from impacted and/or infected wisdom teeth can cause ear pain. If you are experiencing symptoms you should have an evaluation done by your dentist. This might include a panoramic x-ray and/or a referral to an oral surgeon.
Answered 6/8/2018
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Yes, but: Yes, but other reasons for ear pain also. See oral surgeon for evaluation, recommendations.
Answered 4/15/2017
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