Why do my teeth hurt when i have a cold?

You have a bad cold or the flu and in addition to the sneezing, runny nose, sinus pressure, and fever, your teeth hurt! You’re not delirious from fever; your teeth/gums truly can be achy when you’re ill, particularly if your illness has to do with your sinuses. read more

Symptoms of the common cold may vary depending on the part of the respiratory tract involved, but almost all patients have nasal discharge, nasal congestion, and a sore throat. Some patients may complain of fatigue and cough; other less-common symptoms include fever, headache, earache, and sensitive teeth. read more

Some people with sensitive teeth have gum recession, which has caused the enamel at the gum line to wear away."It's like [the tooth] doesn't have a coat, so it's exposed to all the elements," Dr. Meinecke says. The pain doesn't linger, but it will pop up every time the tooth hits hot or cold foods or silverware. read more

Some people with sensitive teeth have gum recession, which has caused the enamel at the gum line to wear away. "It's like [the tooth] doesn't have a coat, so it's exposed to all the elements," Dr. Meinecke says. The pain doesn't linger, but it will pop up every time the tooth hits hot or cold foods or silverware. read more