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Toothaches are often caused by dental conditions like cavities due to improper teeth cleaning and tooth damage, but they can also have other origins. As an experienced dentist will advise you, your toothache could be caused by your sinuses, especially if they’re infected. The guide below explains the link between the two.

Cause & Effect

Your sinuses are positioned above your teeth, behind your nose and eyes. When they become infected, inflamed, blocked, or otherwise irritated, it creates a pressurized feeling, which can cause headaches and facial discomfort. Another effect of sinusitis is tooth pain, especially in your top back teeth that are nearest to the sinuses, as a result of this extra tension. Alternatively, some tooth infections can spread upwards and cause sinusitis, leading to a continuous circle of symptoms.

Feeling Better

dentistIf you have a toothache, check with a dentist to eliminate other obvious causes, like gingivitis. Otherwise, focus on recovering from your sinusitis. With your doctor’s approval, take OTC pain relievers, decongestants, and anti-inflammatories to ease the discomfort. Use hot and cold packs on your head and face to relieve tension and swelling. Take a hot shower with eucalyptus, use a vapor rub, get a humidifier, and drink lots of water. Continue your routine oral hygiene practices as usual, even if there is sensitivity, since ignoring your dental health will only make the problem worse.

 

Based in Lincoln, NE, the office of dentist Richard A. Brunmeier, DDS in Lancaster County will diagnose and treat toothaches when sinuses aren’t the cause. Focused on lasting patient relationships, their team of oral hygiene and dental professionals will develop an individualized care plan using their almost 30 years’ of experience. Like them on Facebook for more oral health tips or call (402) 484-6644 to schedule your dentist appointment for general, cosmetic, or emergency services.

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