Swollen mouth/ swollen gums/ swollen face may be one of the dental emergencies. Emergencies are, by definition, “unplanned” and it is worth noting that pain and swelling is the body’s way of letting you know that something is wrong, and treatment is always required.
Swollen mouth/ swollen gums/ swollen face is a sign of inflammation in these regions. This inflammation may affect gums, teeth, jaws, oral health and overall general health as well. Swollen gums may present as reddish in colour with bleeding from the gums. It could be because of the poor oral hygiene and plaque accumulation. There could be a toothache associated with it. A swollen mouth or a swollen face is usually because of an infection in the teeth or gums. Swelling in the mouth can make it difficult to swallow. Sometimes patient can develop a fever too.
Let us take a look at the possible reasons for a swollen mouth/ swollen gums/ or a swollen face:
- Infection in the mouth
- Dental abscess
- Impacted Wisdom Teeth
- Infection of the sinus
- Recent Dental surgery
- Allergy
- Hormonal changes such as in pregnancy
A swollen mouth or a swollen face can potentially result in a dental emergency requiring hospitalisation. If you have a swollen mouth/gums or a swollen face, it is advisable to see the dentist as soon as possible. Until you see the dentist, manage your pain with some over the counter pain relief medication and a cold pack over the swelling.
Tooth Smart Dental Cannon Hill offers emergency swollen gums/ swollen mouth/ swollen face treatment service to Cannon Hill and surrounding suburbs of Morningside, Norman Park, Hawthorne, Carina, Carindale, Tingalpa, Wynnum, Wynnum west, Manly, Manly west, Hemmant, Wakerley, Gumdale, Camp Hill, Carina Heights, Coorparoo, Lytton.
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If you would like to book a dental emergency appointment please call our friendly staff today at Tooth Smart Dental Cannon Hill on (07) 3399 6228.
