Sinus tooth pain can come from a sinus infection. The maxillary sinuses are just above the upper molar teeth and under the cheeks. Some of the roots of the upper these maxillary upper molars and premolars extend into the sinus. Because of this intimate relationship, problems in the sinus can affect the teeth. A patient can feel tooth pain from many different causes, not just from the teeth.

        Sinus tooth pain can confuse a dentist, especially if one of the upper back teeth has a very large filling or existing tooth decay. This is why many patients with sinus problems sometimes have with multiple root canals. When pressure builds up in the sinus from inflammation or infection, the tooth roots in the sinus hurt and this pain can be confused with dental pain.

         Sinus infections are difficult to treat and need longer periods of time on antibiotics than normal infections. Our office likes using Tetracycline 500 milligrams four times a day for ten days when treating sinus tooth pain. If the pain doesn't go away in ten days, a more extensive examination is done and the patient is either treated or referred to an ENT doctor. A patient can also have multiple problems. A sinus infection can sometimes worsen tooth grinding and cause all of the teeth to be tender.

         The dentists at the Atlanta Dental Group PC are dedicated to their patients' good health and well being. They provide comprehensive General, Cosmetic and Implant Dentistry. You are welcome to join our family of patients. If you have sinus tooth pain and would like to schedule a free dental consultation with Atlanta Dentist, Dr. Mark Allan Padolsky by calling 404-874-7428.