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Can Mouth Swelling, Earache, Headache With Pain Due To Braces Be Treated?

i currently have braces and have a swelling at the back of my mouth (well around the back of my jaw area). my orthadontist said it s nothing to worry about. its just as my teeth move the bone is moving also. but it is really painful and im getting an ear ache and headache along with it. what should i do?
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A swelling could either be inflammatory or infectious in nature. Since your orthodontist relates it to be inflammatory, a course of analgesics should help you reduce refered pain and swelling.
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Can Mouth Swelling, Earache, Headache With Pain Due To Braces Be Treated?

A swelling could either be inflammatory or infectious in nature. Since your orthodontist relates it to be inflammatory, a course of analgesics should help you reduce refered pain and swelling.