Cheek has tingling sensation. No inflammation. But dizziness and headaches. Why?
Patient: hello, A 50 yr. old patient reported to the dental clinic with tingling sensation over the right cheek region for 2 months. No h/o trauma, dizziness , severe headache, paraesthesia, running nose , URTI, blurring of vision. No sign of inflammation, no tenderness over maxillary sinus region. NO intraoral pathology detected which could explain the symptom. please kindly give your opinion on the probable causes of the symptoms with treatment plan. Doctor: Hello according to the dental history pf patient it seem that patients nerves are affected.i would like to know about  patients oral habits like smoking or tobacco chewing because ingredients present in it  irritates the mucosa causing tingling sensation.i would advice to give  neurobian forte for relief and refer to neurologist. In case of smoking or any hazardous oral habits kindly dont continue.avoid rubbing your cheeks.mantain oral hygiene.rinse mouth with warm saline water twice daily. Regards dr.sapna