Trigeminal nerve neuralgia can cause intense pain at the slightest touch of the face. Seizures can occur repeatedly over several days or weeks and headaches can also occur. This pathology can be detected by your dentist who will check if the origin is dental. If necessary, he or she will refer you to a specialist doctor.

Paracetamol or acetaminophen can relieve this type of neuralgia. However, it is best to consult your dentist as soon as possible to get a specialist’s opinion on this condition. He could use injections, surgery or appropriate medication to treat this condition.

• Severe pain at the slightest contact with the face;
• Headaches.