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What causes jaw pain and sore throat after tooth filling?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I may have an abscess and I am worried about going to the dentist because of the coronavirus. Currently, I am experiencing an achy jaw and ear congestion on one side, a slightly stiff neck, and a mild sore throat. This came one month after a filling repair, and two weeks after that I had to go back to the dentist to get the bite adjustment done. It is not debilitating pain, but it is irritating and I am wondering if I can put it off until it is safe to go to the dentist. Kindly help.

Thank you.
Answered by Dr. Wajid Hassan

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Dr. Wajid Hassan is a Dentist and Dental Hygienist with expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry, as well as periodontal therapy and oral disease prevention. He is also skilled in cosmetic dental procedures and patient-centered oral rehabilitation.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I can understand your concern.

I can understand the fear you have about visiting the dentist but please do not risk your health because of the fear of coronavirus. There are precautions to that and the dentist will also be taking precautions as the state has already issued guidelines for the doctors.

Regarding your concern, I would advise visiting a dentist as soon as possible to look into the situation since you might need medication and intervention. If still, you want to avoid it, just take over-the-counter pain killers like Advil (Ibuprofen) and also use Listerine (Thymol, Eucalyptol, Benzoic acid, Menthol, and Ethanol) mouthwash to subside the infection if possible.

I hope this helps. Do get back in case of any further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Vinodhini J.
Published At March 19, 2020
Reviewed At December 17, 2024

Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Wajid Hassan is a Dentist and Dental Hygienist with expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry, as well as periodontal therapy and oral disease prevention. He is also skilled in cosmetic dental procedures and patient-centered oral rehabilitation.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Vinodhini J. is a Dental Surgeon with extensive years of clinical experience. She specializes in the diagnosis, prevention, and treatment of dental and oral health issues, including restorative, surgical, and cosmetic procedures. With a patient-centered approach, she focuses on maintaining oral health, alleviating discomfort, and enhancing smiles. Her expertise ensures comprehensive care tailored to each patient’s dental needs and overall wellbeing.

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Education:

BDS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Wajid Hassan is a Dentist and Dental Hygienist with expertise in preventive and restorative dentistry, as well as periodontal therapy and oral disease prevention. He is also skilled in cosmetic dental procedures and patient-centered oral rehabilitation.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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