If you have a swollen jaw and did not suffer a traumatic injury to the affected area, it may be a sign of an oral health issue. If you leave it untreated, it can lead to serious problems. Contact Dr. David Dane at the Emergency Dental Center today to find out if your swollen jaw in New York, NY is a sign of a serious health issue.
Swollen Jaws and Oral Health
People experience swollen jaws for a host of reasons. Allergic reactions, hormonal disturbances, sinus problems, cancer, or side effects from medication can all cause a swollen jaw. However, many people suffer from swollen jaws due to problems with their oral health. Here are some examples:
- Root canal infections
- Impacted wisdom teeth
- Dental abscess
- Cavities
- Poor oral hygiene
If you're experiencing a painful tooth along with a swollen jaw, both of the problems probably have the same cause. It's important to contact Dr. Dane and his team about your swollen jaw in New York, NY to diagnose and treat your condition.
When Do Swollen Jaws Appear?
Swollen jaws manifest in many ways. Your jaw might be normal one day and swell the next day. Sometimes the swelling is more prominent in your cheeks or, it might appear closer to your ears. Sometimes it might be associated with pain, or it might not be painful at all. What is known is your dentist can quickly find out what is causing the swelling.
If you're having trouble opening your mouth, have a fever, have difficulty breathing, or have a head injury along with jaw swelling, you should seek emergency treatment immediately. If you don't have any of these emergency symptoms, you can treat your jaw with a cold compress and take anti-inflammatory medicines until you schedule an appointment with Dr. Dane.
If you have a swollen jaw in New York, NY and it's not healing on its own – or it's accompanied by pain, you should schedule an appointment with Dr. Dane at the Emergency Dental Center by calling 646-992-0930.