{"id":394,"date":"2020-03-31T23:10:54","date_gmt":"2020-03-31T23:10:54","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/?p=394"},"modified":"2020-04-17T23:12:06","modified_gmt":"2020-04-17T23:12:06","slug":"i-have-a-fever-is-it-covid-19-or-a-dental-infection","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/i-have-a-fever-is-it-covid-19-or-a-dental-infection\/","title":{"rendered":"I Have a Fever: Is it COVID-19 or a Dental Infection?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"196\" src=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_130998676__1582073387_81528-300x196.jpg\" alt=\"Concerned woman hand to face wonders should she see Rockledge emergency dentist\" class=\"wp-image-395\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_130998676__1582073387_81528-300x196.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_130998676__1582073387_81528-768x502.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/AdobeStock_130998676__1582073387_81528.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>A fever is one of the hallmark symptoms of the novel virus COVID-19, but it can also be a warning sign of a dental infection. Both situations warrant urgent medical attention but require very different treatments. Should you be calling your local hospital or searching for an \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/emergency-dentistry.html\">emergency dentist near me?<\/a>\u201d Here\u2019s what symptoms you should look out for to determine if your fever is caused by COVID-19 or a dental emergency in Rockledge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Not All Fevers Are Emergencies<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Firstly, it\u2019s important to remember that not all fevers are a medical or dental emergency. If a common virus or unwelcome bacteria get inside your system, your body triggers a raise in temperature to combat it. Most fevers resolve on their own after a few days and can be brought down by over-the-counter pain relievers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Symptoms of COVID-19<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>According to the World Health Organization, many cases of COVID-19 only develop mild to moderate symptoms. It affects different people in different ways, but the most common symptoms include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Fever of 100\u00b0F or more<\/li><li>Tiredness<\/li><li>Dry cough<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Experts only recommend seeking medical attention if you\u2019re experiencing a fever, cough, and difficulty breathing at the same time or if you have underlying health conditions. Otherwise, it\u2019s best to self-isolate and treat the symptoms at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Signs of a Dental Infection<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dental infection, or a tooth abscess, develops when dangerous bacteria cause a buildup of pus around or inside a tooth. If left untreated, it could kill the tooth or lead to more serious health conditions. Alongside a fever, signs of a dental infection include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Severe, persistent, throbbing toothache<\/li><li>Sensitivity to temperatures or pressure<\/li><li>Swelling in the face, jaw, neck, or lymph nodes<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to call your emergency dentist right away if you experience any of these symptoms. They will often be able to treat it by draining the abscess and eliminating all the harmful bacteria.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Can I Tell If I\u2019m Having a Dental Emergency?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Typically, you would see your emergency dentist for less dire dental situations, like a broken crown, lost filling, or aggravating toothache. In light of state-wide stay at home orders, your dentist may be able to give you step-by-step first aid direction over the phone or virtual online consultation instead to avoid the need for an in-person visit. However, they will likely encourage you to come in right away if you are experiencing severe pain, a badly broken tooth, or a tooth that\u2019s been knocked out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Fevers are always an unwanted symptom, especially in the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic. Thankfully, it\u2019s very likely that you should be able to treat it safely at home.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><em>Your health and safety have always come first at Premier Walk-In Dental in Rockledge, FL. That\u2019s why we typically offer treatment for every dental emergency that walks through our doors as soon as possible. However, in compliance with American Dental Association recommendations and state-wide stay at home orders, we have made the difficult decision to temporarily close our practice. If you are experiencing a dental emergency, please don\u2019t hesitate to reach us at our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.premierwalkindental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or <strong>&nbsp;(321) 631-4334.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A fever is one of the hallmark symptoms of the novel virus COVID-19, but it can also be a warning sign of a dental infection. Both situations warrant urgent medical attention but require very different treatments. 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