“Toothache but no tooth there?”
I’ve had the last three teeth on my left side pulled, but I have a toothache. The pain reminds me of the kind when I needed a root canal. I’ve been to two oral surgeons and two dentists. The dentists each did a panoramic X-ray and found nothing. Do you have any idea what could be causing this pain?
Female | 66 years old
Complaint duration: 9 months
Medications: Paxil, Metformin for weight loss, Losartan, Hydrochlorothiazide, Pravastatin, aspirin, vitamins
Conditions: Just arthritis
1 Answer
You didn't specify the location of "the last three teeth". Were they on the upper or lower jaw? Location makes a big difference in remote diagnosis. If the pain is on the upper, you may have sinus problems. If on the lower, if might be a deep bone infection. Sometimes both possibilities can be seen on a 3D panoramic x-ray. Was that the type you had? You could also have nerve problems on that side or even TMJ trouble that can cause weird pain in the jaw. Sorry, but I need more information!
Dr. Conrad
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