Suggest remedy for swelling of gums and difficulty in swallowing
Patient: Hi my lower molar was already removed last Monday afternoon. As per my dentist the pus was also removed and I just need to take my antibiotics. But I noticed yesterday that my gums is swelling and pus is starting to be noticeable. I'm having hard time in swallowing and unable to open my mouth easily. Should I have x-ray for this one or a surgery because my left face is starting to swell. Thank You. Doctor: Hello,Thanks for consulting heathcare magic.As you said that the extraction is done one week ago and swelling appears just one day before and you can see the draining pus and swelling, it is a clear case of re-infection of the socket site.As the swelling appears on the face and difficulty in opening mouth is also present, it is a case of space infection in that region.Please visit your dentist immediatly and get the treatment done. Regards,Vishal JainVitaldent.