Toothache (cont.)
Medical Author:
Sara B Trepanier, MD
Coauthor:
Ann S Chinnis, MD
Medical Editor:
Ruben Olmedo, MD
Medical Editor:
Francisco Talavera, PharmD, PhD
Medical Editor:
James Ungar, MD
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Synonyms and Keywordstoothache, tooth infection, tooth disease, tooth decay, tooth injury, tooth loss, pain after tooth extraction, jaw pain, temporomandibular joint (TMJ), dental abscess, gum disease, periodontal disease, sinusitis Viewer Comments & ReviewsToothache - Describe Your ExperienceThe eMedicineHealth physician editors ask:How did you cope with your toothache? |
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