Is it normal to have sore, red tonsil after cavity filling?
Patient: Hi, I recently had a cavity filled on the upper left part of my mouth. It's been two days since the procedure, and I still have sever pain and tenderness in my cheek where I'm guessing they put the novacain. I also am getting a burning sensation in my left ear and sore, red swollen tonsil on my left side. Again, it's been two days since the procedure. Is this normal? Doctor: Hi and thank you so much for this query.I am so sorry to hear about these symptoms that you have reported. It is not normal too have a swollen and painful tonsil after dental work. I will suggest that you return to the doctor for further assessment and management. This could represent tonsilitis that needs to be managed some what differently.I hope this addresses your query fully. Thank you so much for patronizing our services and please do feel free to ask for follow up clarifications and information if need be. I wish you the best of health.Dr. Ditah, MD.