Saw the dentist the other day and he said x-rays showed no infection and the pain in a specific area was 'radiating' to that one tooth from all the cavities i have in other teeth. Don't have insurance and can't afford to fix all the cavities but was told that infections sometimes do not show up on x-rays. What are the chances that this is an infection and what can i do about it since it doesn't show up as such on x-rays?
2006-11-19 15:25:58 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Dental
PAIN THAT CAN'T BE ISOLATED TO A PARTICULAR TOOTH MAY ACTUALLY BE FROM THE GUMS. WERE YOUR GUMS TESTED FOR HEALTH? WERE PERIODONTAL PROBINGS TAKEN? IF THEY WERE NOT, SUSPECT THE GUMS.
2006-11-19 15:54:37 · answer #1 · answered by Dr. Albert, DDS, (USA) 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If the pain continues you might want to get a second opinion from another Dentist. There is an option for those without dental insurance like yourself.
Dental Discount Plans have Dentists in most locations that will provide all types of dental procedures at a lower discounted rate.
They are paid at the time of service and avoid billing insurance companies and waiting for payment.
In some ares you can save on average 50% on restorative dental work.
2006-11-20 02:32:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
could be it's hitting a nerve and causing radiating pain try ibuprofen rinsing your mouth
2006-11-19 23:34:06 · answer #3 · answered by tesla 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋