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Most Common Causes of Ear Pain
Important info on the multiple possible causes of that pain that bugs you!
Ear pain can be a source of significant discomfort. Due to the many nerves that are clustered in the area, ear pain can sometimes persist for days and be beyond the aid of common over-the-counter painkillers. Some causes of ear pain may require the assistance of medical professionals; others can be solved by yourself. Here are three of the most common causes of ear pain.
Dental Issues
Some of the most common causes of ear pain are dental issues. According to Alpine Dental , cavities, impacted molars, abscesses, infections and jaw problems can lead to earaches that seemingly don’t go away. Persistent jaw pain may be a sign that you should pay a visit to the dentist. Even if you don’t believe you have any cavities, the pain may be coming from a source that is not visible to you, such as a wisdom tooth that is pushing against its neighboring teeth at an abnormal angle. Only a dentist capable of taking an X-ray of your mouth can show you what is happening under the gums.
