Question 1

why is my jaw is swollen on the right side?

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A few things: Could be many things including dental infection, wisdom tooth problem, gum problem, parotid swelling, TMJ inflammation, etc. Recommend seeing an oral surgeon for evaluation/treatment.

Question 2

the left buttom side of my jaw is swollen, now for 3 days due to a bad tooth. why is it  swollen?

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Spreading infection: Will not self-heal, and pills alone will not cure your infection.  You must see a General Dentist, an Oral Surgeon, or an Endodontist immediately,  before the infection spreads any further.

Question 3

i crashed on my dirt bike yesterday and i think my helmet or shoulder jammed into my jaw. my gland under my jaw is swollen now on my right side.

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Go to the ER: Without seeing you I can’t tell whether you're referring to simple soft tissue injury or something more serious but there are enough serious possibilities from what you describe that I wouldn't wait around any longer. You could have a jaw fracture, salivary gland injury, and/or even infection which if combined with the other injuries or under your tongue could be a disaster. Go to the ER now!

Question 4

can jaw swelling on left side be caused by any other dental/jaw issue other than abscess? i have slightly swollen left face but no pain.on clindamycin

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Yes,: it can have other causes. Best to consult with your dentist and follow his/her recommendations.

Question 5

my jaw is swollen on both sides. it is painful to the touch. i do not have any teeth, so it's not a tooth infection. whatshould i do?

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See a dentist: Or an oral surgeon.  You may have retained dental roots or some other issue that needs detailed evaluation by a professional.  Good luck.

Question 6

the left side of my face is swollen the left side of my face is swollen. my eye looks out of place, and my lower cheek/jaw is swollen, why?

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You : You needs to be examined by a healthcare provider, most probably a dentist. Is the swelling soft or hard? Has it occured quickly or over a long period of time?

This is not something that can wait. Please make an appointment today.

Question 7

have had cold sores before usually with a cold but no other symptoms. i have a new cold sore but my outer chin and lower jaw is swollen on same side. have some mild cold symptoms too, all started today. is swollen jaw something to worry about?

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: If there is also redness or if it persists beyond 48hrs- pl see your doc

Question 8

i had a blood clot come from my tooth abcess no puss just a blood clot is that normal? my lower right side of lower jaw is swollen just started keflex today. swelling has been prestenit and gottwn bigger since this morning should i worry..

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Certainly: Keflex is not usually prescribed for dental infections, so it's not the first choice for antibiotics. You do understand that antibiotics alone will not solve your dental infection... the tooth or gum needs to be physically treated by a dentist. Please make an emergency appointment ASAP and feel better soon.

Question 9

do i have an infection in my wisdom tooth spot? i got my bottom wisdom teeth taken out about a month ago and my cheek/jaw is swollen again (kinda look chipmunky)- there was some extra pulling and drilling during the operation on that side and it's been a

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Based : Based on your description, you may have a subperiosteal abscess.  This is caused by food debris or a small piece of bone dying and setting up a late infection.  You need to be evaluated by your oral surgeon. You may be placed on a trial of antibiotics.  If this does not resolve the problem, you may need to have the site opened up and cleaned, a simple procedure that can be done awake.  Don't delay as this infection can spread and become more serious and difficult to treat.

Question 10

jaw is swollen right in front of my ear on my right side and is very sore. the spot is hard to when i press down and my throat is red but not sore.

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Parotitis: Get examined ASAP. The area you describe is a swollen parotid ( salivary ) gland. Call for an appointment ASAP.

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Why is my jaw is swollen on the right side?

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The left buttom side of my jaw is swollen, now for 3 days due to a bad tooth. why is it swollen?

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I crashed on my dirt bike yesterday and i think my helmet or shoulder jammed into my jaw. my gland under my jaw is swollen now on my right side.

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Can jaw swelling on left side be caused by any other dental/jaw issue other than abscess? i have slightly swollen left face but no pain.on clindamycin

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My jaw is swollen on both sides. it is painful to the touch. i do not have any teeth, so it's not a tooth infection. whatshould i do?

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The left side of my face is swollen the left side of my face is swollen. my eye looks out of place, and my lower cheek/jaw is swollen, why?

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Have had cold sores before usually with a cold but no other symptoms. i have a new cold sore but my outer chin and lower jaw is swollen on same side. have some mild cold symptoms too, all started today. is swollen jaw something to worry about?

A member asked:

I had a blood clot come from my tooth abcess no puss just a blood clot is that normal? my lower right side of lower jaw is swollen just started keflex today. swelling has been prestenit and gottwn bigger since this morning should i worry..

A member asked:

Do i have an infection in my wisdom tooth spot? i got my bottom wisdom teeth taken out about a month ago and my cheek/jaw is swollen again (kinda look chipmunky)- there was some extra pulling and drilling during the operation on that side and it's been a

A member asked:

Jaw is swollen right in front of my ear on my right side and is very sore. the spot is hard to when i press down and my throat is red but not sore.

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