Expert: Susan Tannenbam - 9/24/2006

Question
I am having excruciating pain in the right side of my face it started with a toothache. I went to the dentist but he found nothing wrong and said I had sensitive teeth. I started using sensidine.The pain has increased to where I can barly stand it.I used ora gel on my tooth but it just ate a hole in the inside of my mouth. My ear canel is racked with pain as well as my mouth now Its Sunday Help!

Answer
Barbara, I am NOT A DENTIST! so I am not qualified to answer your question. I try to help people with TMJ because I have experience with it.   TMJ can cause pain in the face, and ear canal, and it can make it feel like you have a toothache even though there is nothing at all wrong with the tooth.  But I suggest that you consult a dentist and/or doctor to find out the correct cause of your symptoms.  You can try cold packs for the pain, for now.  I wouldn't put any oragel on the tooth.  Also, You can always go to a hospital emergency room on a Sunday.  THey always have doctors and maybe dentists also, on hand for emergencies.Good Luck.
Susan