A 41-year-old member asked:
Can an abscessed tooth cause an ear ache?
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Dr. Jonathan Richards answered
17 years experience in Endodontics
Yes: Dental pain, especially in the back teeth, very commonly radiates to other areas. It is not uncommon of hear of ear aches. It is also possible that other sources of pain (i.e. The jaw joint or chewing muscles) can refer pain to both teeth and/or the ears. A problem-focused exam should be sought to determine what your situation is.
Answered on Nov 15, 2017
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Dr. Gary Sandler answered
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Perhaps: The two symptoms you mentioned may or may not be related.
A 32-year-old female asked:
Dr. Sandra Eleczko answered
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Radiating pain: An abcessed wisdom tooth can cause pain that radiates to your ear. I hope you have sen a dentist and are getting treated for this. If you have not ... Read More
A 26-year-old female asked:
Dr. Stuart Hickerson answered
31 years experience in Family Medicine
Abscess: The problem is not an emergency, but it doe need to be addressed. Do you have a dentist? It would best to see a dentist as soon as possible.
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A 42-year-old member asked:
Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered
39 years experience in Dentistry
Pressure ; Pain: Both can cause headaches.
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