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Can earaches be a symptom of infected gums or a tooth abscess?
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Yes: Due to the proximity of the ear to the mouth, and the distribution of nerves in the area, dental problems can often cause pain to radiate to the ears. Frankly, gum disease seldom hurts until an advanced stage (periodontal abscess). Tooth abscess frequently presents with ear pain. Also, "tmj" problems (from jaw joints or associated muscles) often causes chronic ear pain or ringing in ears.
Answered 10/26/2017
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Yes. : Infection of periodontal origin, "gums" or bone, or dental origin, "tooth abscess" in the mandible (lower jaw) will cause pain in the ear. See a dentist for diagnosis and treatment immediately.
Answered 10/24/2017
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