To determine if there is pain referral to a tooth versus pain arising in a tooth,a local anesthetic to the jaw can be given.If the pain persists despite the anesthetic this could be a sign of

A)stomach issues.
B)liver issues.
C)lung and diaphragm issues.
D)kidney issues.
E)heart issues.

Question

To determine if there is pain referral to a tooth versus pain arising in a tooth,a local anesthetic to the jaw can be given.If the pain persists despite the anesthetic this could be a sign of

A)stomach issues. 
B)liver issues. 
C)lung and diaphragm issues. 
D)kidney issues. 
E)heart issues.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

If the pain persists despite a local anesthetic to the jaw, it may indicate that the source of the pain is not in the tooth or surrounding tissues, but rather a referred pain from a different location. Referred dental pain can sometimes be a symptom of heart disease, making option E (heart issues) the best choice. The other options are less likely to cause referred dental pain.

To Determine If There Is Pain Referral to a Tooth