Dr. Tooba Qazi
Dentistry
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Hi doctor,
I have a swollen cheek that feels like a ball is inside, and it hurts slightly when I swallow. I also have tenderness on my gum line towards the back of my mouth, on the same side the swollen cheek is on. I am on no medication. Is this something I can handle on my own? Should I seek dental help? Please suggest.
Thank you.
Hello,
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Yes, these are symptoms of some infection in your posterior teeth. Which tooth is the culprit? And to what extent has infection extended? Only a dentist can tell after the clinical and radiographical examination. Meanwhile, it would be best to start following three medicine regimes that will arrest your infection. (Please check if you do not have any allergies to the following medications).
1. Tab. Augmentin 625 mg 12 hourly.
2. Tab. Metronidazole 400 mg. 12 hourly.
3. Tab. Ibuprophin 400 mg 12 hourly (if having severe pain, you can take it thrice a day).
Visit your dentist at the earliest so swelling may not involve your air passage.
I hope this helps.
Regards.
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