Facial Swelling in Carina

Facial swelling can be brought on by a number of issues such as:

1. Infected tooth/teeth
2. A dental abscess
3. Trauma to the face or mouth.

It is caused by a build up of inflammation or fluid inside the cheeks, gums, floor of mouth.

Facial swelling can cause:

• tenderness
• pain
• feeling itchy
• tingles
• hot to touch.

There are a number of ways you can help reduce the pain and swelling:

• Pain relief medications such as anti-inflammatory medications
• Keep your mouth and teeth clean
• Avoid eating hot foods
• Do not lay down flat, keep your head elevated.
• Gargle with salt water to reduce any swelling inside the mouth
• Ice the area with a cold compress
• Do not smoke

Call us immediately on (07) 33982255 if you are experiencing any of the following:

• Your toothache persists for more than two days and the swelling is not going down
• you have a fever related to the facial swelling
• you have an infection (facial swelling, pain when biting, red swollen gums or a discharge that tastes funny)
• trouble breathing or swallowing.