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swelling in l cheek on and off every couple days for past 10 months.dentist said not salivary gland.neurologist said not nerve problem.my dr isnt sure?

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Dr. Sandra Eleczko
Dr. Sandra Eleczkoanswered
Dentistry 36 years experience
Swelling: Have you have an evaluation by an oral surgeon? They are well trained in evaluating, diagnosing and treating problems like yours.
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Dr. Arnold Malerman
Dr. Arnold Malermananswered
Orthodontics 53 years experience
Next step: Time to take the next step. Schedule appointments with both Specialist ENT and with Oral Medicine Specialist. They will want to see your now to establish base-line, and then again the next time your cheek swells up.
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