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Sir/Madam I was supposed to go for RCT but due to pandemic lockdown this could not be done.I have got swelling on cheek side to defective tooth yesterday giving pain also.please advise medicine till RCT takes place

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You need to go for a complete course of medicines. Though it will give a temporary relief but it will be good for now. ...  Read More

Hello doctor. I've tooth lower right side tooth pain from 1 week. I visited to dentist & Dr touch my painful teeth ( that time teeth was paining while touching) & gave kerotol dt & moxkind cv 625. After taking medicine for 4 days no pain or ache but today notice right side cheek swelling but no pain.

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Swelling is no good, it usually indicates the infection is increasing - so better is to 1 - Visit dental Clinic 2 - Take X ray and Evaluate 3 - Get prescribed medicines 4 - Complete the treatment su ...  Read More

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I've been suffering from swelling on my cheek(left side) below the ear with no pain. No tooth problems

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You will require a direct physical examination of the swelling. It could be a simple temporary swelling to a parotid gland mass. Has to be evaluated by examination and maybe ultrasonography or CT scan ...  Read More

Hello doctor i have cheek swelling from 7 days i have consult to dentist he sad that my wisdom tooth is coming but i dnt have any tooth ache i have only swelling on my cheek which not reduce i have taken medicine which is prescribe me but it does not work i am also do cleaning of my teeth which doctor recomended me but no improve why it happen can

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The swelling in your posterior cheek is due to operculum formation , which is formation of a soft tissue pocket over the partially or unerupted teeth , which leads to clogged food and a site for bacte ...  Read More

There is a bid swelling below cheek bones on left side and there is swelling in gum near wisdom tooth which has not come out completely... gum swelling is since four days where as swelling below cheekbones if from a day... what should i do?

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You seem to be having enlarged cervical lymph nodes secondary impacted third molar teeth. You may need to take analgesic tablets for few days. You can consult nearby dentist ...  Read More

I have gone through tooth pain many times & it was manageable . But this is the first time when I got swelling due to tooth pain . Left cheek is swollen badly. M really tensed. Can feel Pain too. Please help

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Hi it means there s a abscess below ur tooth . Pus collection s there . It has to treated either by removing the tooth or root canal treatment ...  Read More

I popped my jaw the other day and since then my jaw on the right side has been sore and now my back tooth is rubbing against my cheek and causing pain. Could it be because of swelling or possible wisdom tooth growing? The tooth itself nor the gum around it is hurting. Just my jaw and my cheek.

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The pain could be coming from the joint (TMJ) . Avoid wide mouth opening and have soft diet for a few days. Take tablet Combiflam three times a day for 2 days. If the pain still persists then consult ...  Read More

One side of my cheek is having swelling starting from jaw line to cheek.no tooth problem or pain. But still felling uncomfortable while having hiccups.why the swelling persists

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Need to know more about your complaints and problem so that i can guide help you. If you have any quries regarding your health or your family , you can opt for direct consult to chat and cons ...  Read More

I have swelling on my left cheek. I think slight swelling in the gums as well.. however no toothache..

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I advice Salt water mouth rinse and take ibuprofen pain killer and moxiclav 625mg. ...  Read More

Hi Am 30 years old. Yesterday I have gone to dentist for tooth decay. They told they will clean, fill and put cap on teeth. I said ok started the procedure. After cleaning the tooth my cheeks got swollen. Is swelling of cheek is common after the procedure and goes away?? How long does it takes to go?? or should I go to doctor again??

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Swelling in cheeks after cleaning is not common. Better Visit your dentist for physical evaluation and treatment (as required). ...  Read More

Hello sir / mam.i did my wisdom tooth extraction on last week ..it was a horizontal one...omfs removed both upper and lower third molar teeth . Now it's been a week ..but the swelling only partially reduced ...and I feel so tight around left cheek due to swelling...pain is common till now? When should I stop worrying about dry socket...I am going t

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Hlo mam…..kindly answer to some of my questions:- R u experiencing throbbing pain or mild to moderate pain? R u having fever on and off? How much swelling has reduced? Is the cheek tightness has incre ...  Read More

There is a swelling like a small pouch near my upper tooth inner side..initially there was little pain but now there is this soft swelling there

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Hello It would be better to share the picture for proper diagnosis ...  Read More

Since Last 4 days observed redness inside cheek near wisdom tooth. The area was sometimes irritated by toothpick. Had a history of tobacco chewing, left 5 months ago. What it can be?

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From the picture it looks like a mild injury caused due to an external factor. Kindly rinse your mouth with warm water and salt, keep the area clean. In case of pain in the site apply mouth ulcer gel ...  Read More

I think I have minor swelling in my cheek. Which doctor do I need to visit ENT or dentist?For me it is not very noticeable, but others used to complain about it.

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In case if u have any tooth issue as well , visit a dentist Or else ENT would be fine ...  Read More

Extreme pain caused due to swelling around wisdom tooth, please suggest medicines to reduce swelling and pain

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Hello Please consult the dentist in person ...  Read More

I have uploaded the photos I m facing this problem for three days redness and mild swelling in both sides of cheeks What's the remedy

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No need to worry.specific treatment is available.it depends on severity of the disease . Complete medical history is required.. Pls do online consultation with Dermatologist for detailed prescription ...  Read More

I have swelling near right side cheek and severe pain same area i have been taking antibiotics but no change seen. Please suggest

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It might be infection It's always better to take one opg or xray to give diagnosis . ...  Read More

FNAC from cheeck swelling . Hemorrhagic aspirate Soft to firm in consistency. Previously operated. Reoccurance

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Can help you, kindly consult and provide detailed history for proper diagnosis and further management ...  Read More

Sir, Pics attached of the black spot inside cheeks near left molar tooth. Saw them today.I am very much worried. Is it serious? What treatment to take? Please help

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That's due to sharp edges of teeth creating wound .visit a dentist for further examination. If it's due to cheek bite dentist will smooth off any rough edges creating wound ...  Read More

I have a big painful lump between cheeks and gums in lower jaw but there is no pain in tooth. Lump is hard . It's painful only when i press it otherwise not much painful. It's inside the skin not visible outside can feel it when I touch. Due to this i have swelling also on my lower jawline. I don't have any problem in eating or drinking.

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Kindly attach the picture of it ...  Read More

My gum is mild swelling near 3rd molar lower tooth..there is impacted wisdom tooth and gum is swelling dr. Prescribed me monocef o cv 200 twice a day for 3 days...but after oneday my swelling is reduce ...will I have to continue this med???

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Hi, Continue the medication as prescribed. ...  Read More

Pls suggest genuine solution what should i do.... as one of the doctor suggested that continue "AUGMENTIN DDS" and another doctor suggested get admitted immediately. Ultrasound report says:- *Diffuse subcutaneous edema noted in right cheek region - suggestive of cellulitis. *Cervical lymphadenopathy as described - infective etiology. Pls give yo

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Needs to start antibiotics. Do consult. Tab zerodol sp when you have pain. ...  Read More

It's been three days I have swelling in right side of my cheek and jaw,the pain is reaching towards the ear now...the swelling I feel can be on both side.? I went to see dentist they told nothing wrong with teeth. What is the reason?

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Looks like mucositis ...  Read More

Hello Doctor, My wisdom tooth extraction was done on 17/12/2024 and now much of the swelling has now been decreased but still between jaw and chick a small hard swelling paining along with inner ear pain. Kindly guide , almost like 2 weeks passed and still not recovered fully.

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The swelling you have could be due to remaining inflammation present which will subside over a period of time with proper anti-inflammatory medication. Without more details it is difficult to come to ...  Read More

My surgery was done on 25 november and today is the 3rd day of surgery I found hard lump type swelling from lower cheek to neck below jaw do I need to start warm compress or visit doctor is there anything is wrong because I have to visit on Monday for remove stiches

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Its totally normal will go in few days ...  Read More

Is it possible to prevent gum swelling after tooth extraction?

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Hello! Kindly attach pic for better suggestions ...  Read More

What should I do if I experience gum swelling near a wisdom tooth?

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Hello! Warm salt water gargle ...  Read More

What are the common causes of gum swelling after tooth extraction?

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Hello! Trauma or infection. ...  Read More

I'm 35yr old.. my wisdom tooth is paining a lot with swollen gums .. dr prescribed me medicine..but still it is paining and swelling didn't reduce.. for the past 4days I'm suffering.. if I take medicine the pain will subside for 6 to 7 hours after tat it's paining a lot.. if I drink water or gargle also it is paining . Pls suggest me what to do.. t

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It is due to improper eruption of your last molar. The gums around it must have been swollen which is causing pain, a condition called pericoronitis. Visit a dentist and get it treated clinically. The ...  Read More

From yesterday my tooth is swelling, i took medicines still it increases. Please give a suggestions

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Hello Please consult a dentist for exact diagnosis and treatment ...  Read More

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