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Can an infection from a wisdom tooth cause swelling along right side of neck and under the jaw? there is no pain with it. dentist said its infection

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Dr. Robert Stoner answered

Yes: By the time it becomes painful serious damage might have occurred. Address it now.

Dr Ali agreed

Answered 8/23/2013

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Dr. Behram Dalal answered

Yes - inflammation : And swelling are possible best to be addressed in a timely manner. Dentist might elect to premed with antibiotics prior to scheduling for extraction. Hope this helps.

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 4/25/2016

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A member asked:

Can an infection from a wisdom tooth cause swelling along right side of neck and under the jaw? there is no pain with it. dentist said its infection

6 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Robert Stoner answered

Dr Ali agreed

Dr. Behram Dalal answered

Dr Fowler and 2 doctors agreed

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