Blood tests showed high titers of HSV-1 and coxsaccie (antibodies to HSV -2 but no genital breakout). Diagnosis was Ramsey-Hunt.
In July went back to old dentist after continued pain. Abcess
in tooth was discoved and removed and tooth crowned. At same time began course of Famvir 250mg daily as titers of HSV1 and coxsaccie still very high. This seemed to help for a few months. Pain was definitely better although left side of face served by facial nerve feels "tight".