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Swollen cheek jaw pain, ear sensitve started overnite,treated antibiotics thinking lymph nodes swelling,but no use.seen dentist,xrays teeth fine ,help?

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis answered

Specializes in Dentistry

2nd opinion: Without being able to see those radiographs or the swelling or your teeth, it is hard to give you a second opinion. I suggest you see a specialist in your area (an endodontist or an oral surgeon) who can re-evaluate your mouth and determine what ails you.

Answered 9/28/2016

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Dr. Paul Grin answered

Specializes in Pain Management

See an endodontist: Oral infections such as certain chronic abscess or cracked, fractured teeth can often be difficult to diagnose and treat. In addition to dental school, endodontists receive 2-3 more years of advanced education in this kind of diagnosis and treatment. That’s why you should see an endodontist for proper diagnosis and treatment.

Answered 2/9/2019

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Investigation: See Endodontist for 2nd opinion to rule out most probable cause, tooth infection. See PCP or ENT to rule out ear/throat infection. See Periodontist to evaluate for gum infection. If you have a tooth infection it may take 24-48 hours for antibiotic to begin controlling spread of infection. If tooth infected, the tooth will require Rx or infection will return after pills discontinued.

Answered 2/10/2016

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