Mouth pain is not uncommon; in fact, many of us will experience it at some point or another in our lives. When you are experiencing mouth pain, it is very easy to just chalk it up to a toothache. However, it’s important to not self-diagnose as there are many things that can cause pain in your mouth. Especially this time of year when the weather is constantly changing and allergies are at an all time high, it’s not uncommon for sinus pressure to cause mouth pain.
Not sure if your pain is caused from a toothache or sinus pressure? Here are some things to look out for.
What is a toothache?
Simply put, a toothache is any pain our pressure felt on or around one or several of your teeth. If you have a toothache, chances are you are also experiencing complimentary symptoms such as: swelling in your mouth, a slight fever, a foul/taste smell coming from the tooth and more. And if the pain is severe enough, you can even feel pain or pressure in your ear or head when opening your mouth, or have difficulty swallowing. If you experience any of these symptoms please contact your dentist ASAP.
While it’s never fun dealing with a toothache, the good news is they are usually preventable! Observing proper oral hygiene like brushing twice daily, flossing, and using mouthwash are great habits to form to ensure your mouth health is optimal.
What is sinus pressure?
Whereas a toothache generally causes centralized pain, sinus pressure is often less intense and is more of a dull ache. Because you have sinus passages located behind your cheekbones, it’s not uncommon for sinus pressure to result in mouth pain. If you’re feeling pain on both sides of your face, it is most likely a sinus infection. You also might experience other symptoms of a sinus infection, such as sneezing, coughing, running nose, and more.
Not sure if you’re experiencing a toothache or sinus pressure? It never hurts to get checked out by your dentist! Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
