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Jaw line swelling

2020-11-22 16:46:01
Wisdom teeth on both side...from last 2-3 days I have swelling on jaw line...little pain when I touch near wisdom teeth..
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It might be due to an infection in your wisdom tooth.  Swelling might be due to either from the gums or tooth. Need to take an xray for further treatment plan.  You might need extraction of the wisdom tooth
Next Steps
Xray to confirm the diagnosis
Health Tips
Antibiotics and Analgesics for temporary pain relief and infection control

Answered2020-11-23 05:54:08

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You need to take antibiotics course and painkiller initially after that get an xray of tooth.
Next Steps
visit or consult with denist
Health Tips
do mouth rinse/gargle with warm salt water for 3-4 times daily

Answered2020-11-23 03:01:48

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