i thought i had a sinus infection, now im thinking it may be an absess tooth.?

Question:

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?

Answers:
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.

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.

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