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Can Dental Abscess Cause Severe Pain In Gums And Headaches?

Hi, for the past couple months, my first premolar on my left side, has been giving me a lot of pain. I get headaches every now and then, the gum around that tooth is very itchy and sometimes I experience pain where my tooth and gum line meet. I don't see a cavity there. Could this be a tooth abscess?
Tue, 10 Jun 2014
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Dentist,  's  Response
Thanks for using Health Care Magic.

Read your query.

Pain in the tooth can cause referred headaches.Your tooth may be caried or there can be periodontal abscess.

I would advice you to visit your local dentist and get it checked followed by a radiograph by which u will get a clear picture of your issue.

For the pain you can take Ibuprofen Tab ( if you are not allergic to any medication).

Do warm saline gargling.

Thanks and warm regards.
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Dentist,  Dr. Dr. Krishnakumari's  Response
Hello!Welcome to HCM.
Yes,Pain from the tooth radiates to the head,neck jaw and side of the face.
A x-ray and clinical examination is necessary to diagnose if it is an abscess.
Take a course of antibiotics to subside the infection.However a dental treatment like extraction or root canal will only completely eliminate the infection.I suggest you to see the dentist immediately.
Get the treatment done to prevent any further radiation of pain and infection.

Regards.
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Can Dental Abscess Cause Severe Pain In Gums And Headaches?

Thanks for using Health Care Magic. Read your query. Pain in the tooth can cause referred headaches.Your tooth may be caried or there can be periodontal abscess. I would advice you to visit your local dentist and get it checked followed by a radiograph by which u will get a clear picture of your issue. For the pain you can take Ibuprofen Tab ( if you are not allergic to any medication). Do warm saline gargling. Thanks and warm regards.