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4 days ago had sm tooth filled-er said no infection then, but still swollen today. apply heat or ice now to reduce swelling? hematoma?
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Call dentist: You need to call the dentist who treated you. They will know best what is happening in that tooth.
Answered 4/11/2016
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Probably not: Probably not a hematoma, probably an infection. You need to see a dentist before this gets out of hand. May need more extensive treatment. Don't wait, call now.
Answered 3/3/2014
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