How can headaches caused by toothache be treated?
Patient: hi one of my teeth is really aching to the point where i am waking up with headaches. i had a fiiling repalced in this tooth, then the dentist thought i needed a root canal which i had and now it is hurting again. he is going to tell me too have it extracted, is this right? Doctor: Thanks for using Health Care Magic.Read your query.Was the root canal treatment completely and how long is it since its done?Severe pain associated with the root canal treatment usually suggests presence of underlying infection.I would advice you to visit your dentist and have it checked up.For the pain ,ibuprofen ( if you are not allergic to any medicine) can be taken.Antibiotics like amoxicillin 500mg and Metrolag may be required on prescription.Based on the radio graphic and clinical symptoms ,a retreatment of the tooth or any appropriate treatment needs to be done .Hope this was helpful.Thanks and regards.