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Can a toothache cause numbness in your lips?
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Absolutely: A common cause of a toothache is a dental abscess. If the infected tooth is a lower premolar or molar, the infection can put pressure on the major nerve in that area, which also provides sensation to the lower lip. In any case, you should seek the opinion of an endodontist or dentist to help guide your treatment.
Answered 6/17/2018
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Yes: If you have an infected tooth close to the nerve it may numb your lips.
Answered 5/7/2018
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Yes: Yes, infection can temporarily affect local nerve function. However there are more ominous causes of numb lip. So make sure you treat the tooth and determine if numbness persists. If so, see an oral surgeon ASAP.
Answered 6/10/2018
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