Facial swelling in the mouth and jaw can be caused by a dental abscess, which is a collection of pus that forms in the teeth, gums or the bone that holds the teeth in place. Facial swelling often comes alongside tooth pain and gum sensitivity and should be seen by an emergency dentist as soon as possible for proper treatment. Book an emergency appointment with our emergency dentist in London so we can find the best possible way to relieve your pain and restore your oral health.
Facial swelling can be indicative of several issues, namely a tooth abscess, a facial infection or another medical condition. If it’s painful, has come on relatively quickly or you also have inflamed gums, it could be a dental abscess and it’s best to get it assessed by one of our emergency dentists in London.
Yes certainly! If the facial swelling and pain don’t go away with at-home care, it’s time to book an emergency dentist appointment at our London dental practice. We will decide the best course of action to treat the abscess and may prescribe you a course of antibiotics.
Facial swelling is a tell-tale sign of having a dental abscess, but you may also exhibit symptoms such as throbbing pain, swollen gums, sensitivity and a bad taste in your mouth. If you are experiencing one or more of these we would recommend booking an emergency dentist appointment with our London team.
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