Can an impacted wisdom tooth cause health problems?

I have been aware for the past 8 months that my lower left wisdom tooth is active. I can feel it just below the gumline and for about the past two months it has be a little achey. I am now having jaw pain, pain in other lower teeth on the left side(that have now shifted a little), achey left ear, sore throat, and slight headaches. I also have a bad taste in my mouth and mouth sores. All of the problems are mainly on the left side of my body.I also have slight pain in my throat when I swallow and swollen lymph nodes. I have been tested for mono, and hiv, thyroid disease and other health problems...all negative. I was told that a badly infected wisdom tooth left untreated could be serious and even life threatening. Could this be the root of all my problems?

Can an impacted wisdom tooth cause health problems?
Yes, it's possible. The page linked below explains why impacted wisdom teeth can be problematic.
Reply:YEP...... Get to a maxiofacial, oral surgeon as soon as you can. He/She will probably get you on antibiotics for 10 days prior to removing the tooth.
Reply:An impacted wisdom tooth by itself is not dangerous. I have them. However poor oral hygiene can cause problems in other parts of your body. Apart from the pain that can be excruciating gum infections can cause damage to your heart. Have you been to a dentist?



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