Face Swelling Dentist in Frisco, Texas
Face Swelling Dentistry Frisco, Texas
Face Swelling
Facial swelling usually develops after an injury, cut, bite, sting, or a dental abscess. However, it may also occur without any known cause. There is usually a localized area of redness, swelling, sometimes heat, and pain. There can sometimes be throbbing pain and fever. An infected tooth with an abscess (collection of pus) is the most common reason for facial swelling (cellulitis) seen in our office. This happens when the bacterial infection causing deep cavities penetrates through the tooth, out through the root, into the bone, and then into the surrounding facial tissues. Facial swelling or cellulitis is a very serious situation. Most often, we can not do any dental treatment
More on Cellulitis
Therefore, until the cellulitis is resolved because the local anesthetic used to numb the teeth will not work due to the change in body chemistry. Therefore, we recommend that you see your pediatrician or emergency room physician first in order to receive the proper type of and dosage of antibiotics. Sometimes in order for the antibiotics to be effective, an I.V. antibiotic has to be administered by the medical doctor because oral administration of the antibiotic is not effective and the cellulitis will continue to get worse.
Frisco Pediatric Dentists
Meet Dr. Sage & Dr. Justin
Both Dr. Sage and Dr. Justin are board-certified pediatric dentists, proud fathers, and enthusiastic pet dads!
While they have a lot in common, what truly unites them is their dedication to giving children positive dental experiences that will safeguard their smiles and health for decades to come.
Dr. Sage and Dr. Justin completed their pediatric specialty training at Tufts University and the Montefiore Medical Center / Albert Einstein College of Medicine respectively, meaning they bring a deep commitment to continuing education and only using the latest, proven methods and technology to serve our growing patients.
Sheer Smiles participates with most PPO insurance plans. Medicaid and CHIP accepted.
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dental care at an affordable price.
Same Day Pediatric Emergency Appointments!
Sudden dental injuries or severe pain can be frightening. In these emergency situations, we will be there to help your child, 24/7/365!
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Dr. Justin and Dr. Sage will provide the best Pediatric Dentistry services for your child!
What diet and nutritional advice can be offered for building strong teeth?
Experts agree that children need food from all the major food groups to grow properly and stay healthy. Too many carbohydrates, sugars (for example, from cake, cookies, candies, milk, fruit juice, and other sugary foods and beverages), and savory foods and starches (for example, pretzels and potato chips) can cause tooth decay. How long carbohydrates remain on the teeth is the main culprit that leads to tooth decay. Read more
The effects of fruit on kids teeth
We all know that fruit is full of vitamins and an important part of kids diets. But did you know that too much fruit (whether it’s fresh fruit, fruit juices, dried fruit or canned fruit) can have a negative effect and contribute to problems such as cavities and erosion, especially if your kids are grazing on fruit all day? Read more
