Question I had a pain that started in one tooth, the one right next to my front tooth. It started 3 days ago and started as an ache. It gradually grew into a severe pain. But it was unusual, the tooth didn't hurt with exposure to hot or cold or anything like that. I used the usual OTC treatments and nothing worked. My sister is a RN and I am an LPN, so when she suggested that I needed an antibiotic I did some research. I knew that I had a complete prescription of Keflex that was prescribed a couple of months ago that I never took. I looked up the uses in my PDR and seen it could be used for dental purposes. I decided to take it and it is working. My question is what could that mean? The tooth looks normal and healthy, no obvious cracks or cavities. I've also heard that a sinus infection could have caused the pain.
Answer niki
this sounds like you have a tooth that is beginning to abscess. you need to get into your dentist for an xray and examination. if the nerve has died, you might need a root canal done on it. the antibiotic will ease the pain but it can come back if not treated. other possibility could be a gum/bone issue. the same xray/exam will allow your dentist to see if this is the cause. sinus problems can cause achyness in molars...not your front teeth so do not write it off to that. call your dentist today and get in for that evaluation. good luck,
