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A 16-year-old male asked:

On/off face swelling. began by jaw, then cheekbone, then by nose, now under eye. all left side. no pain/redness. dentist found nothing w/ xray. help!

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Dr. Theodore Davantzis
Dentistry 42 years experience
See an oral surgeon: Your description is vague.. on/off meaning what? Every hour, once a day, week, or month? How long does it last? Is swelling hard or soft? Obviously something is causing your condition, and it just may not be your teeth.
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