What Causes Pain In Nerves On Teeth?

Posted on Sun, 10 Aug 2014

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Sun, 10 Aug 2014 Answered on

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Question : Hello Doctor,
I am having mild pain at the left side jaw corner of my teeth while chewing food, i dont feel pain on teeth, pain is from the nerves of the teeth till my ears.kindly suggest any medicine, this is the first time i got this pain while chewing food only in the left jaw.can i try brufen pain killer.

Answered by Dr. Shesh Jaiswal (1 hour later)

Brief Answer:
infection , cavity

Detailed Answer:
Hello and thanks for consulting HCM.

I have gone through your query.
Pain in nerves on teeth can be due to some infection either due to cavity or through gums.
I would suggest you to visit a dentist to find out the exact cause.
If you don't have either of these problems then you can take aceclofenac plus paracetamol combination.
As you have mentioned heartburn in your medical history.i would advice you to take pantoprazole 40mg empty stomach before taking the painkiller.
If the problem persist you should visit a doctor.
If you have any further doubts i would be happy to answer.
Take care

Regards
Dr. Shesh

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj

Follow up: Dr. Shesh Jaiswal (19 minutes later)

As per your advice i will take aceclofenac plus paracetamol for tonight and tomorrow, if issue persists i will see a dentist

Answered by Dr. Shesh Jaiswal (8 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
good to hear that

Detailed Answer:
Hello and welcome back.

Its good to hear that you are ready to visit a doctor if problem persist.
As for now do take pantoprazole also before taking painkiller.
Avoid eating hard stuff from that side.

Take care.

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Vaishalee Punj