Yes!: Infected teeth can cause a host of symptoms, among them swelling, in extreme circumstances pressure on oral structures can cause tingling and even numbness, but the numbness is unusual. If you have a problem i strongly recommend that you see your dentists right away. Don't leave it, it will only get worse.
Answered 12/3/2018
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Yes: The swelling can put pressure on nerves and cause the tingling and numb feeling . You need to see a dentist asap to treat your problem.
Answered 8/27/2016
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Abscess!: Absolutely. This is a result of the bacteria building up and causing pressure on the nerves which equals numbness, tingling and swelling. You need antibiotics and treat the area with ice compressions.
Answered 7/16/2014
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Definitely, yes: Tooth infection if not treated could spread the infection to other areas of the body resulting in brain abscess, heart infection, pneumonia, or other serious complications. Rec.: see your dentist for evaluation, imaging and treatment.
Answered 1/5/2019
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Infection: Yes all those symptoms could be result of a dental infection, they could also be due to other medical reasons. Start at your dentists office and proceed from there
Answered 3/13/2020
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