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Lump under cheek bone, like a firm sac, runs in direction diagonally from ear to mouth deep down. could it be anything to do with a tooth/jaw infectio?
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Yes: That's a very likely possibility. See your dentist as soon as possible as infections can spread quickly and cause serious complications.
Answered 8/26/2018
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Number of things..: There are a number of causes for this. You would want to visit with a dentist first to rule out the possibility of a dental infection. Your dentist will refer you to an ENT if there are other signs such as sinus or salivary infection that needs further evaluation.
Answered 9/26/2017
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Sure...: It just might be associated with an infection of a tooth or your gums. But to know for sure, you'll have to visit a local dentist. Make the call for an appointment.
Answered 9/26/2017
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Definitely, yes: A 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. A dental abscess is a collection of pus that forms in your teeth or gums as a result of a bacterial infection. Dentist will treat a tooth abscess by draining it and getting rid of the infection. Rec. See your dentist asap.
Answered 10/12/2017
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