Tooth infections put your health at risk!
Tooth Infection
It all starts with a toothache. If a damaged tooth is left untreated, it may become infected, and the infection may spread to your jaw, head, neck, and even other places in the body. A tooth becomes infected when bacteria enters the tooth through a chip, crack or cavity. Your risk factors for a tooth infection increase if you have:
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Poor dental hygiene, including not brushing your teeth 2 times a day and not flossing
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A high sugar diet, including eating sweets and drinking soda
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Dry mouth, which is often caused by aging or as a side effect of certain medications
Symptoms of an Infected Tooth
Symptoms of an infected tooth can include:
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Throbbing tooth pain
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Throbbing pain in the jawbone, ear or neck
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Pain that worsens when you lie down
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Sensitivity to pressure in the mouth
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Sensitivity to hot or cold foods and drinks
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Cheek swelling
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Tender or swollen lymph nodes in the neck
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Fever
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Bad breath
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Unpleasant taste in the mouth