sore jaw n pain on inner cheek

[kitten2177]

hello,
i accidently bit the side of my cheek n now there is an open sore which is located back toward my top widsom tooth on my left side now its not only causing pain in my cheek but it also is causing minor to medium pain in my lower jaw... it hurts when i talk, eat or just even have my mouth closed... i believe that the open sore could be infected but still not sure... is there any way to possible help the pain without pescription medicine?  maybe anything over the counter i could take? any help possible would be greatly appreciated thanks so much.

                                                                                              thanks again,
                                                                                                       kitten

[pacecar]

Hi Kitten,  It sounds as if you have an apus ulcer and they can be extremely painful and cause your lymph nodes to swell as well.  I would see Dr. and get a prescription for an antibiotic.  They can also prescribe a topical that will help to cover the area.   My guess is that at night you are inadvertantly "chewing" on this area and causing further inflammation.  Be patient it can take up to 10 days heal.     If you can handle the pain Listerine is will help also.  Best of luck.

[kitten2177]

can someone please help the pain is getting worse

[kitten2177]

it is also making me experiance a sore throat