Jaw feels stuck: if you notice that you are having problems opening and closing your mouth, you may have a condition called trismus. This is caused by a muscle injury that can happen following a dental injection. It can also be caused by the effects of the local anesthetic solution, or by muscle tremors due to jaw strain. Typically, trismus may last for two to three weeks, but call your dentist for treatment advice. The treatment for trismus may include muscle relaxants.
Sore throat: a tender throat may be caused by dehydration due to having your mouth open for an extended period. Drink lots of water or coconut water. If your throat is seriously sore, and rehydrating doesn’t help, you are likely having a response to the dental anesthesia or you may have an infection. Check with your dentist, and while you’re at it, sign up for the best dental plan in Jacksonville – Doc Wellbee’s dental savings plan.
Sores: if you have experienced several bouts of cold sores around your mouth you probably have been exposed to the herpes simplex virus type 1, which is a common viral infection. After you are exposed the virus can lie dormant in your system for years until it is reactivated. It can be reactivated after an illness or a stressful situation, such as getting dental work. Dental anesthesia can also cause a flare-up. If you have a history of getting cold sores, tell your dentist before getting treatment. Also before treatment, sign up for Doc Wellbee’s dental savings plan the best dental plan in Jacksonville.
Swelling: some swelling immediately following dental procedures is normal, as your body sends extra blood to any injured area to help accelerate healing. Holding an ice pack to the area in the first day or two following treatment can help. If swelling persists or worsens after 3 days and you are in pain, it’s possible that you have an infection and should contact your dentist. And throbbing pain may indicate an infection, or a small fracture in the treated tooth or nearby.
Avoiding dental checkups and cleanings often results in the need for restorative care, and the longer you avoid the dentist the more likely you are to need expensive treatments. If your budget is keeping you from seeing your dentist, consider getting a dental savings plan. A Doc Wellbee dental savings plan is an alternative to traditional dental insurance. It gives members savings between 25-65% on a wide variety of dental treatments. To learn more about the top dental plan in Jacksonville contact us today by calling our office at (866)519-7667 or going online to docwellbee.com.