Im not in any pain.My cheek is swollen , probably from the absess. I am taking Cefzil. I also just took 1 motrin. Should i take another motrin for the swelling? Rinse with salt water?
2006-09-26 17:43:34 · 6 answers · asked by goldenhairgirl2004 1 in Health ➔ Dental
If your not in pain, it's probably not an abcess tooth. Do you have any of these symptoms?:
Toothache
Severe, continuous pain
Gnawing or throbbing pain
Sharp or shooting pain
Pain when chewing
Sensitivity of the teeth to hot or cold
Bitter taste in the mouth
Breath odor
Possible fever
Swollen glands of the neck
General discomfort, uneasiness, or ill feeling
Swollen area of the upper or lower jaw -- a very serious symptom
You said there was no pain, so it might be a sinus infection. Is your mucus lime green color?
Either way, you need to see a doctor.
2006-09-26 17:49:53 · answer #1 · answered by Johhny Drama 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It could very well be....or vice-versa. The antibiotic will be good for either...and yes, you can take another motrin. Sometime a warm, moist compress over the swollen area also helps. You can try the salt water rinse...make it warm, but not hot. If it is not better tomorrow, call the Doctor and get a pain reliever ordered! As the swelling and inflammation continue, you might need something stronger than Motrin. Good luck!
2006-09-26 17:49:31 · answer #2 · answered by KathieJo 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just had a sinus infection and I read on webmd that they can cause jaw and tooth pain... I would take a total of 600mg of motrin and see if that helps.
2006-09-26 17:46:35 · answer #3 · answered by M J 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have a dentist look at it as soon as possible. You might need the tooth extracted to really get rid of the infection.
2006-09-26 17:47:38 · answer #4 · answered by Becca 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You will usually have alot pain if it is an absess.
2006-09-26 17:51:10 · answer #5 · answered by Fleur de Lis 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
http://www.healthatoz.com/healthatoz/Atoz/ency/brain_abscess.jsp
2006-09-26 17:47:42 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋