The COVID-19 pandemic has most people trying their best to stay safe and healthy. If you start to feel ill, it can be a scary thing. A fever is one of the most prevalent symptoms of the virus. However, fevers are common symptoms for a number of health issues, including dental infections. When you experience a fever, it’s important to know the other symptoms of the COVID-19 virus and dental infections so you’ll know whether to call the hospital or schedule an appointment with your emergency dentist in Fargo. <
COVID-19 Symptoms
There have been a number of reported symptoms of COVID-19. While some cases can be severe, most people with the virus only have mild to moderate symptoms. The most frequently reported symptoms are:
- Coughing
- Shortness of Breath
- Fever
- Muscle Pain
If you’re experiencing coughing, shortness of breath, and a fever at the same time, that’s when to seek medical attention. If you are only experiencing a single symptom unaccompanied by anything else, you should continue social distancing and taking care to be as safe as possible.
Dental Infection Symptoms
Dental infections occur when bacteria get into a tooth by way of a cavity or a break. When too much bacteria accumulates and reaches the nerve and root of the tooth, it causes a painful infection. When your body gets an infection, it raises its temperature to try to combat it. People with dental infections experience:
- Fever
- Painful, throbbing toothache
- Swelling to the face and jaw
- Sensitivity to hot and cold
Pandemic or not, you should book an emergency dental appointment if you’re having these symptoms. If left untreated, a dental infection could ultimately result in the death of your tooth.
Life during the virus can be stressful. You want to make sure that you’re doing everything you can to stay safe and well. By being aware of the symptoms of different conditions, you’ll be able to make the right choices for you and your family.
About the Author
Dr. Stacy Goodwill wants to ensure that her patients are staying healthy during the pandemic. She has spent more than twenty years in the dental years in the dental giving people beautiful smiles and maximizing their oral health. She attended the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry and completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry post-graduate program with the Navy. She has since gone on to continue her education and has received the honor of becoming a Fellow in the International Dental Implant Association. When patients visit her office, they can expect dentistry of the highest quality. If you’d like to learn more about how to maintain your oral health, she and the team at Cornerstone Dental would love to help. You can call the office at (701) 237-1491 or send them an email.