I broke a large lower back tooth on Friday night and it is causing my tongue to be sore. I have a dental appointment tomorrow.
This morning my tonsils are very sore and swollen and I am concerned that the dentist will take one look and refuse to treat me if he believes I have an infection.
Can tooth problems cause tonsils to swell?
Tooth decay - damage to a tooth's surface, which can lead to cavities.
Abscess - a pocket of pus, caused by a tooth infection.
Impacted tooth - a tooth did not erupt (break through the gum) when it should have.
Tooth injuries such as broken or chipped teeth.