Abscess Tooth & Headaches?!
Question:
Abscess Tooth & Headaches?
I have an abscess tooth and just wanted to know if it is common to experience a headache (mostly mild) from it...I have had the swelling from the abscess for 2 days and been to the doc today for some antibodies (clindamycin), to the dentist tomorrow. I have had the headache for about the duration of the swelling, 2 days, while mild I know its there. Thanks for input.
Answers:
As a dentist, I can tell you that it is completely normal to experience headaches with any type of dental pain. It sounds as though you are on the right path to getting your abscess tooth cleared up as not only is an abscess extremely painful, it is also very serious and can prove to have life threatening complications if not treated. Antibiotics are a necessity when dealing with these types of oral infections and Clindamycin is the correct medication to use to fight your abscess. Should your headache become severe or your tooth pain worsens, please take a trip to your local ER immediately. Good luck!