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What should i do to minimize the size of my swollen jaw lump that was created by my infected tooth?

9 doctors weighed in across 4 answers

Treatment: After seeing a dentist, having the tooth dealt with and getting appropriate antimicrobials, the swelling will go down.

Answered 10/4/2016

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See your dentist: See your dentist. He will prescribe antibiotics or drain the area. You will probably need root canal treatment.

Answered 11/27/2017

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Dr. Jeffrey Goldstein answered

Specializes in Cosmetic Dentistry

Fix the tooth.: A lump in the jaw caused by an infected tooth is due to a build up of pus. Once the tooth is treated or extracted, this lump will disappear.

Answered 6/6/2015

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Dr. Louis Gallia answered

Specializes in Surgery - Oral & Maxillofacial

Oral surgeon: Has the tooth been treated? If so, the lump should dissipate. If not treated, see an oral surgeon for evaluation and treatment.

Answered 10/7/2016

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