Thick cheek

Introduction A thick cheek is usually a so-called abscess. This describes an encapsulated accumulation of pus, which develops around an inflammation in a newly created cavity. A thick cheek in the sense of a swelling without an abscess usually occurs after tooth removal, e.g. during wisdom tooth surgery. This severe swelling can spread considerably if … Thick cheek

Abscess on tooth

Definition An abscess on a tooth is an encapsulated accumulation of pus in the tissue of the oral mucosa, which occurs in the course of an inflammation. The origin of the inflammatory process can be the tooth itself or the surrounding tissue. An abscess can only be treated surgically. Symptoms – An overview These symptoms … Abscess on tooth

Swollen cheek

Introduction A swollen cheek is a visible and palpable increase in the size of the cheek region, which can usually be accompanied by the typical additional signs of inflammation such as redness, overheating, pain. The cheek region extends from the zygomatic bone to the lower jaw and is roughly considered to be the area that … Swollen cheek