Originally Posted by Bryanna

Hi HeatherKelly,

Was tooth #3 previously root canaled? What was the reason for the extraction?

It is not uncommon for there to be a sinus communication with the upper molars because frequently the roots of these teeth are in close proximity to the sinus membrane. When there is an infection in a tooth the bacteria from that infection can easily travel through the membrane and into the sinus.

Sinus infections from infected teeth are considered serious because of the fact that the sinus is in close proximity to the brain. The bacteria has no limit as to how far it can travel so it is unwise to attempt to treat this infection on your own.

You need to get in to see an oral surgeon, not a general dentist, asap to evaluate the extent of this infection. If intervention is warranted and isn't done, then repeated doses of antibiotics alone are not going to cure the infection. It's important to know that this infection can make you very ill if it is not dealt with properly.

You definitely should not wait until March..... find an "oral surgeon" to get you in as an emergency patient asap.

Bryanna

Originally Posted by Robert s

I just had 2 upper molars pulled opposite sides on Friday 3/4/16 and on Sat i noticed air and fluid coming out of my nose went to the periodontist first thing Monday 4/7/16 that put me under and took them out i have a perforated sinus he said he can't repair it till 3/24/16. 2.5 weeks away the pain is bad is this common to wait that long I thought it would be done right away he did put me on Amoxicillin for 7 days i've seen you answer questions on here I have no insurance and little money to just pay to be told the same same thing from another doctor i was hoping i could get a verified time frame to get it fixed (surgery) is a periodontist qualified for this type of thing he made it sound like no big deal thank you Robert s