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Medical Conditions - Dental Infections

Infections that begin in a tooth or its surrounding tissues or bone are called dental infections. It usually begins as tooth decay, and then the bacteria invade the pulp and surrounding structures. Dental infections can also occur due to tooth injury.

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I have a painful swelling under my jaw. Kindly advise.

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It could be an inflamed submandibular, submental, or jugulodigastric lymph node, depending on the exact location.

How to prevent frequent infections of my dental implant?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. It is hard that you got infected several times. If the infection still persists, your dentist must remove the implant and let the area heal.

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What causes recurrent tooth ache after a tooth extraction?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I read your query and can understand your concern.

What should I do for recurrent toothache that does not subside with medication?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thank you for your query. I understand your concern. I suggest the excavation of caries affected the lower first molar.

What could be the reason for a swollen lower left lymph node?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have read your query and can understand your concern. I am sorry to hear about your swollen lymph nodes.

How do I manage the broken molar tooth and jaw pain?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Your chief complaint and history suggest that you have irreversible pulpitis due to a decayed molar.

How can a deep cavity in a molar tooth be managed?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concern. That is deep cavitation that may convert to a potential root canal infection.

Why does facial pain still persist after RCT?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I can understand your concern. The medication prescribed is not a potent analgesic; it is Acetaminophen and Ibuprofen. That is why the pain persists.

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Got my wisdom teeth out. It is now paining a lot and also have a bad taste in my mouth. Is it due to infection?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Sadly, Yes! Your history is giving symptoms of post-operative infection.

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