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Pain and swelling on the left jaw

2021-03-24 11:51:02
My mom has pain on the left side of the jaw and it has swelling. She has a small lump near her wisdom teeth. She can't open and close the mouth When she feels pain and she has taken pain killer tablet and ointment to the affected area. And she feels left side of the face is painful. Please help me to clear this. Is this any serious?
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Get it checked by near by dentist or an oral surgeon as soon as possible..
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Get an OPG X-ray done

Answered2021-03-26 18:21:37

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Pls share the picture of affected area so that proper consultation can be given

Answered2021-03-24 12:23:21

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Proper clinical examination helps to evaluate the clinical condition. I understand that she might be having unbearable,  severe pain associated with swelling. Also, as you described she is unable to open mouth during pain i.e  either she has carious wisdom tooth or  with periodontal infection there is a swelling.
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Visit dentist for further examination & radiographic investigations to evaluate the condition.
Health Tips
gargle with lukewarm salt water after every meals to maintain oral hygiene &apply ice pack EXTRAORALLY  . please Don't apply any hot  EXTRAORALLY.

Answered2021-03-24 13:27:28

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