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I had my lower left wisdom tooth extracted 01/10/14. everything is fine except the big lump i am feeling on my cheek. its painless, its been a week.
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See oral surgeon : Have the dentist who extracted the tooth evaluate the swelling.
Answered 1/17/2014
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Swelling. : Likely normal swelling hear the incision area. Should resolve in a few weeks.
Answered 1/17/2014
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See your dentist: The tooth abscess won't go away without treatment and the infection may spread to your jaw, cheeks, sinus and to other areas of your head and neck. You can use Tylenol (acetaminophen) for pain control. See a dentist ASAP for assessment and treatment. Do not delay.
Answered 2/27/2015
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