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I had tooth decay doctor was intense had a headache .. now spot on left head above my ear 5 cm above tooth..pain only when touch the spot any help?plz

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Dr. Daniel Rubenstein answered

Specializes in Dentistry

Tooth decay: This sounds like you have an abcessed tooth. If so, it will need a root canal treatment. See your dentist or an endodontist (root canal specialist) for treatment.

Dr Gallia and 3 doctors agreed

Answered 3/29/2017

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