Question 1

is it normal to have swelling after dental work?

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Depends: Depends on what dental work was performed.  Root canal treatment and extractions usually have some swelling post treatment.  Call the dentist and describe your situation to be on the safe side.

Question 2

i have swelling and pain after dental work. how to get rid of this?

Accepted Answer

What treatment ?: Sometimes a bit of swelling can be expected after certain treatments. Otherwise swelling can be indicative of an infection, not just inflammation. Since you are under the care of a local dentist, give their office a call for guidance.

Question 3

how can swelling be reduced on my cheek after doing dental work?

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Ice: Icing can dramatically help reduce swelling after most facial or dental procedures. This is most effective within the first 24 hours.

Question 4

can dental work cause jaw gland swelling?

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Maybe: Any swelling after dental treatment should be examined by a dentist or a physician.

Question 5

does claritin (loratadine) help with localized tongue swelling from dental work?

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Depends: Pprobably not. If the swelling is localized, its probably not an allergic reaction. Consult with your dentist if the swelling persist more than one or two days.

Question 6

had a ct done and this came up borderline prominent lymph nodes in the right neck with transverse measurements of 1.2 cm at level ib and 1.1 cm at level iia. they also said there is swelling of my adenoid and i need some dental work done?

Accepted Answer

: What is your question? Enlarged lymph nodes are indication of infection. Discussnyour lab findings with your ordering physician. And see a Dentist before those infections get worse.

Question 7

i received dental work with local anesthesia five days ago. i woke this am to pain and swelling at the site. could it be an infection?

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It could be: But without knowing exactly what treatment was performed, and without being able to see you, how can anyone really tell? Why not call your treating dentist for a follow-up? They will have a better idea as to what may be needed to solve your problem.

Question 8

what kind of specialist do i see for jaw pain, swelling, and difficulty using jaw? i have had extensive dental work, recent abcesses, crowns, and injections setting off the nerve in my jaw. is it tmj?, infection? inflammation? or reaction to the recent de

Accepted Answer

Without : Without getting into a long discussion about possible causes for your problem, schedule an appointment with a board certified oral and maxillofacial surgeon.  They will be able to do the necessary exam and propose management of your problems.

Question 9

i had dental work done 3 months ago, and i have lip swelling and skin rash around the lips. both dermatologist and ent suggest allergic reaction to bioclear dental bonding. dentist says highly unlikely. i'm considering removing the bonding..?

Accepted Answer

: Although dental materials are usually not allergenic, you can never say never. I agree with your dentist that it is unlikely, but certainly possible. Before removing your restorations, consult with an allergist to confirm sensitivity to the materials in the restorations.

Question 10

can dental work cause tn?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Tn is due to inflammation of the fifth cranial nerve. Dental work could cause it but more likely than not it simply inflamed the condition which you already had before the dentist performed the work.

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Is it normal to have swelling after dental work?

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I have swelling and pain after dental work. how to get rid of this?

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How can swelling be reduced on my cheek after doing dental work?

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Can dental work cause jaw gland swelling?

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Does claritin (loratadine) help with localized tongue swelling from dental work?

A member asked:

Had a ct done and this came up borderline prominent lymph nodes in the right neck with transverse measurements of 1.2 cm at level ib and 1.1 cm at level iia. they also said there is swelling of my adenoid and i need some dental work done?

A member asked:

I received dental work with local anesthesia five days ago. i woke this am to pain and swelling at the site. could it be an infection?

A member asked:

What kind of specialist do i see for jaw pain, swelling, and difficulty using jaw? i have had extensive dental work, recent abcesses, crowns, and injections setting off the nerve in my jaw. is it tmj?, infection? inflammation? or reaction to the recent de

A member asked:

I had dental work done 3 months ago, and i have lip swelling and skin rash around the lips. both dermatologist and ent suggest allergic reaction to bioclear dental bonding. dentist says highly unlikely. i'm considering removing the bonding..?

A member asked:

Can dental work cause tn?

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