Can A Tooth Fractured During An Automobile Accident Cause Tooth Infection?

Posted on Sun, 29 Mar 2015

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Question : Can a tooth fractured during an automobile accident cause an infection in the tooth and consequent jaw pain?

Answered by Dr. Robert Galamaga (11 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
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Detailed Answer:
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Because of the, suffered to the tooth including the fracture this could allow for bacteria to enter the fractured region and contribute to an infection.

Infection can put pressure on nerves involved in this area of the body which would create pain in the jaw.

I suggest that you visit with your local dentist for a comprehensive examination. X-rays maybe helpful as well as antibiotics.

Thanks again for sending your question.

Sincerely,

Dr. Galamaga

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar