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Can tooth decay cause upper chest tightness? i have no pain though coming from the tooth but its been cracked for 3yrs now.
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DDS and MD!: See a physician asap regarding your chest tightness and a dentist regarding your cracked tooth. Not seeing both is dangerous! Dental infections can spread throughout the body and even cause death. I would also be concerned that the chest tightness could be a warning sign of something serious. Do you like to play Russian Roulette?
Answered 10/31/2014
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Why wait ?: Although the cracked tooth doesn't hurt, it isn't going to fix itself. When it does hurt, you will be in unbearable pain and you will still need to see a dentist. Regarding your chest tightness, you need to be evaluated by your physician.... this is common sense for anyone of any age. Make the calls.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Of course: This is known as referred pain. The reason is because pain in the heart can be recognized by the body as jaw, shoulder and chest pain. See your PCP to rule out heart problems.
Answered 10/17/2014
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