swollen gland on upper right side of neck

About 1 month ago a piece of one of my upper right molers (1st or 2nd from rear) cracked off. For about 2 weeks it was really sensitive, and in fact it felt like the whole upper right side of my mouth (gums, etc) was infected. Now it is less sensitive. I obviously need to ge this fixed, and will as soon as finances permit. QUESTION: For about the same amount of time, approximately 4 weeks, I have had a swollen gland on the upper RIGHT side of my neck. It is not painful, I do not have a stiff neck or a sore throat or any other symotoms. I am 62 years old, male, and basically in good health.. Could the swollen gland be caused by some infection from the cracked tooth on the opposite side of my mouth? Thanks!!

[Jerome Tsang, DDS]

Yes, it could be from the broken tooth.  I would advise seeing a dentist to find out what the treatment options are, costs so you can plan ahead, and get some antibiotics to slow the infection down before it continues to spread.