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Dental Health (Expert Forum)
Jaw pain and swelling
Answered by
Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. - Dental
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Doctor's Answer
by Jerome Bogin, D.D.S. , Oct 25, 2007 12:00AM
, Oct 25, 2007 12:00AM
I do not think it is related to the TMJ and I would have it checked out by your dentist or an oral surgeon.
Hello,
You might want to see your dentist since any swelling of the jaws and face is not normal. It might be due to a dental abscess. If you don't have any contraindications to taking Ibuprofen (eg. Motrin, Advil), I would recommend getting from from the drugstore and trying that to help with the pain until you can get in to see your dentist.
TMJ disorders don't normally cause swelling that I have seen. Swollen glands and swelling generally indicate an infection, possibly from a dental abscess, impacted wisdom tooth, acute periodontal infection, etc.. It's best to have it checked out ASAP.
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