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How To Treat Infection In Gums And Cracking In Jaws?

Hello, I had an infection first in my gums and ever since I haven't been right, its almost been over a year now. My jaws have been cracking, Ive had watery fluid come out of my ears and still get numbness that comes down one side of my head, under my eyes and down my face. Also with this problem im getting spots on my head which come and go and cause pain and swelling and sometimes water come out of them also. I was just wondering if you could help me.
posted on Wed, 5 Aug 2015
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Hi Dear,

Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query infection in gums and cracking in jaws is because of two main reasons. First it could be due to periodontists and second it is due to formation of abscess in localized area and infection not finding any space to move out so it is entering into facial spaces and causing facial space infection which is reaching till ear, head and face area. I would suggest you to visit dentist once and get it examined. Take antibiotics to prevent further spread of infection. Visit periodontist once and get gum area cleaned with scaling and root planning. Maintain proper oral hygiene. Go for curettage if required.

Hope your concern has been resolved.
Get Well Soon.
Best wishes,
Dr. Harry Maheshwari
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How To Treat Infection In Gums And Cracking In Jaws?

Hi Dear, Welcome to HCM. Understanding your concern. As per your query infection in gums and cracking in jaws is because of two main reasons. First it could be due to periodontists and second it is due to formation of abscess in localized area and infection not finding any space to move out so it is entering into facial spaces and causing facial space infection which is reaching till ear, head and face area. I would suggest you to visit dentist once and get it examined. Take antibiotics to prevent further spread of infection. Visit periodontist once and get gum area cleaned with scaling and root planning. Maintain proper oral hygiene. Go for curettage if required. Hope your concern has been resolved. Get Well Soon. Best wishes, Dr. Harry Maheshwari