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Alternate Names : Pain - Tooth or Teeth

Call your Health Care Provider if

there is a persistent (longer than a day or 2) or severe toothache.
there is a fever, earache, or pain upon opening the mouth wide.

Note: The dentist is an appropriate person to see for most causes of toothaches. However, if the problem is referred pain from another location, you may need to see your primary health care provider.

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• What to Expect at your Health Care Provider's Office

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Diseases & Conditions

• Dental Cavities
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Tests & Exams

• Dental X-Rays

Other Topics

• Bleeding
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• Earache
• Fever
• Indigestion
• Jaw - Broken or Dislocated
• Nausea and Vomiting
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• Pain Medications
• Physical Examination
• Sweating - Excessive
• Swelling

Review Date : 10/20/2003
Reviewed By : Michael Kapner, D.D.S., Comprehensive and Aesthetic Dentistry, New Rochelle, N.Y., Editor, Ninth District Dental Association. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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