I think I have a jaw abcess!!! PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!
Added: May 23, 2008 - 1:13 PM
By: Patient Email Withheld, Chicago, IL
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Case Summary
Extractions / Oral Surgery
Teeth: 17
Last Full Mouth X-Ray: feb. 2008
Case Description
my Jaw is huge on the side that i had a wisdom tooth pulled about a month ago. My jaw is tender to the touch and very hard to open mouth. It feels like a hard rock in my jaw!!!!! Is there anything i can do from home to make it go away i dont have any money or insurence.... Pleeeease help......
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Reply: I think I have a jaw abcess!!! PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!
added: May 23, 2008 - 3:34 PM
First I suggest calling the doctor who pulled your wisdom tooth. If you cannot reach them go to an emergency room. Pain, swelling, and difficulty in opening your mouth can be signs of serious infection and require proper evaluation, especially if it is new onset. It sound like you need to be seen asap.
Reply: I think I have a jaw abcess!!! PLEASE HELP!!!!!!!
added: May 23, 2008 - 6:40 PM
It would be best to go back to the dentist who did the extraction for follow up. If not go to a hospital emergency room.
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