Swelling over broken tooth, pressure on pressing the corresponding cheek causing runny nose. Chances of dental abscess?
Patient: I have a swollen area over a broken tooth . It is above the top of the tooth where the cheek meets the gum. I can t see it, but can feel it. ThEre is no pain associated with it but some pressure if I press on my cheek right below the cheekbone near my nose. And my nose runs. Sould I be worried about a dental access, or is it more likely related to a sinus infection? My ears have been clogged up for weeks since allergy season started but my noes isn t too stuffy. Doctor: Hello Welcome to HCM I read your problem & would like to tell you that if you have broken teeth & swelling adjacent to that then it can be due to some abscess formation.I would like to ask you that is there any pus discharge from same tooth?? You need to get an IOPAR done for same tooth for getting it properly treated. You might also have problem of sinusitis because of other symptoms like running nose. You need to consult your dentist as well as ENT specialist for same without making any further delay.  Take Care Regards Dr.Neha